April weather forecast
Yakutat, AK

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A beautiful panorama of the famous St Elias Mountain covered in snow and clouds, with a view of the Hubbard Glacier, Yakutat, Alaska
A beautiful panorama of the famous St Elias Mountain covered in snow and clouds, with a view of the Hubbard Glacier, Yakutat, Alaska

Weather in April

April in Yakutat, Alaska heralds a genuine commencement of the spring, with more sunlight and the last traces of snowfall. Demonstrating a dramatic shift from March, snowfall slides to 4.45" (113mm), signaling the true retreat of winter. In sharp contrast to the winter months, an increase in daylight hours results in milder afternoons and cool mornings. Gusts of wind become less severe as April progresses, paving the way for gentler breezes. With the advent of April, the landscape starts reviving, much along with the warmth and life brought by the progressing spring.

Temperature

Yakutat's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of April, moving from 36.5°F (2.5°C) in March to a still wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C). Recording a slight decline in temperature during the nights, Yakutat's April temperatures average at a still icy 36.3°F (2.4°C).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Yakutat, during April, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.7 rainfall days, and 60.71" (1542mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Yakutat, in April, during 3.7 snowfall days, 4.45" (113mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 45.2 snowfall days, and 45.31" (1151mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 42.8°F (6°C), are months with the coldest seawater.
Note: Caution: 42.8°F (6°C) temperatures below 50°F (10°C) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.

Daylight

In Yakutat, the average length of the day in April is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:13 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is April cold?

During April, Yakutat experiences an average high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low-temperature of 36.3°F (2.4°C).

What is the average humidity in April?

The average relative humidity in April is 76%.

How much does it rain in April?

In April, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout April, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Yakutat in April?

In Yakutat, in April, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

What are the months with the coldest ocean in Yakutat?

The months with the coldest seawater are January through April, with an average ocean temperature of 42.8°F (6°C).

What is the water temperature in April?

In April, the average ocean temperature is 42.8°F (6°C). Swimming in 42.8°F (6°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the average length of the day in April?

In April, the average day length is 14h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:13 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Yakutat have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 6.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in April
Yakutat, AK

Average temperature in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average high temperature in April: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 36.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in April
Yakutat, AK

Average pressure in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average pressure in April: 29.87"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.69"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Yakutat, AK

Average wind speed in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average wind speed in April: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in April
Yakutat, AK

Average humidity in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in April
Yakutat, AK

Average rainfall in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average rainfall in April: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (8.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.32").

Average rainfall days in April
Yakutat, AK

Average rainfall days in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average rainfall days in April: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in April
Yakutat, AK

Average snowfall in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average snowfall in April: 4.45"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in April
Yakutat, AK

Average snowfall days in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average snowfall days in April: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Yakutat, AK

Average sea temperature in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average sea temperature in April: 43°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (57°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (43°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Yakutat, AK

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average daylight in April: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Yakutat, AK

Average sunshine days in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average sunshine days in April: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Yakutat, AK

Average UV index in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Yakutat, AK

Average cloud cover in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average cloud cover in April: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in April
Yakutat, AK

Average visibility in April - Yakutat, AK
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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