April weather forecast
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

The autumn season brings harsher weather conditions to Snow Hill Island, with a notable decrease in temperature as compared to March. The lowest observed temperature hits the -16°C (3.2°F) mark. Daylight hours are slashed by over a quarter and the sunshine hours drop to merely two a day, resulting in limited sun-based activities. The amount of rainfall maintains consistency, continuing in its trend from March. Prepare for darker, colder days as we make our way to May.

Temperature

April's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from -6°C (21.2°F) in March to a still freezing cold -10°C (14°F). During the nights in April, Snow Hill Island experiences a consistent average temperature of -16°C (3.2°F).

Rainfall

In Snow Hill Island, during April, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In Snow Hill Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 21 days and collects up to 76mm (2.99") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In April, the average sea temperature is -1°C (30.2°F).
Note: In connection with swimming, this state is severely cold, hazardous, and lethal. Without protective insulated waterproof garments, hypothermia sets in rapidly.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 23:25 and sunset at 10:19 NZDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 23:53 and sunset at 07:38 NZST.
Note: On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from NZST to NZDT.

Sunshine

In Snow Hill Island, the average sunshine in April is 2h.

UV index

April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Snow Hill Island. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 0 in April translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.