April weather forecastWhitehorse, Canada
April weather for Whitehorse, Canada: In Whitehorse, Canada, during April, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of snow. In Whitehorse, Canada, in April, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation.
April
Weather in April
Weather patterns undergo notable changes as Whitehorse enters April. Wintry weather loses its grip rapidly, with a massive decrease in snowfall reducing to only 69mm (2.72"). Correspondingly, there's an noticeable increase, reaching up to 2.1°C (35.8°F), in the average minimum temperature. The budding traces of spring can be spotted with an extended daylight duration of 14.7 hours, promoting outdoor ventures. However, one should look out for occasional cloud cover and enjoy nature coming alive after a long frosty sleep.Temperature
As April arrives, Whitehorse's weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from March's subzero cold -5.2°C (22.6°F) to an icy 2.1°C (35.8°F). An average low-temperature of -6.4°C (20.5°F) is recorded in the month of April in Whitehorse.Humidity
The average relative humidity in April is 83%.Rainfall
In Whitehorse, in April, it is raining for 10 days, with typically 13mm (0.51") of accumulated precipitation. In Whitehorse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.2 days and collects up to 255mm (10.04") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, August through December are months with snowfall in Whitehorse. In Whitehorse, Canada, during April, snow falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 120.3 snowfall days, and 768mm (30.24") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day in Whitehorse is 14h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 8:46 pm. On the last day of April, in Whitehorse, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 10:00 pm PDT.
Sunshine
In Whitehorse, the average sunshine in April is 7.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In April, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average high temperature in April: 2.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-11.3°C).
- Average low temperature in April: -6.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-17.5°C).
Average pressure in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average pressure in April: 1012.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.7mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average wind speed in April: 9.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.6km/h).
Average humidity in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average humidity in April: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).
Average rainfall in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average rainfall in April: 13mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (39mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (12mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average rainfall days in April: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average snowfall in April: 69mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (148mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0mm).
Average snowfall days in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average snowfall days in April: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average daylight in April: 14h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in April: 7h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average sunshine days in April: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.5 days).
Average UV index in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average UV index in April: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average cloud cover in April: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in April
Whitehorse, Canada
- Average visibility in April: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (6km).
