April weather forecast
Húsavík, Iceland

April

Weather in April

April sees a significant shift in Húsavík’s weather pattern, as temperatures finally break the freezing point peak at 0.6°C (33.1°F). Its distinctive spring weather is characterized by more daylight and fewer snowfall days, signaling the retreat of winter. Moving towards warmer months, April witnesses the snow slowly melting away. April enjoys an increased pressure of 1010.3mb, indicating stable and tranquil weather. Albeit the temperatures remain low, vegetation begins to flourish, transforming the landscape.

Temperature

The commencement of April notes an average high-temperature of a wintry 0.6°C (33.1°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. April is noted for a mean low-temperature of -5.3°C (22.5°F).

Humidity

In Húsavík, the average relative humidity in April is 89%.

Rainfall

In Húsavík, in April, during 11.1 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.8 rainfall days, and 881mm (34.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Húsavík, during April, snow falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 209mm (8.23") of snow. In Húsavík, during the entire year, snow falls for 122.1 days and aggregates up to 2536mm (99.84") of snow.

Sea temperature

In April, the average sea temperature is 2.8°C (37°F).
Note: During swimming events, this situation presents an imminent life risk. Instantaneous loss of breath control makes clear thinking a near impossibility. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to limit thermal dissipation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 15h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 20:05. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 04:26 and sunset at 21:46 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During April, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in April?
The average high-temperature, in April, in Húsavík, is 0.6°C (33.1°F), while the average low-temperature is -5.3°C (22.5°F).
What is the average humidity in April?
The average relative humidity in April is 89%.
How much does it rain in April?
In April, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout April, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in April?
In Húsavík, in April, during 13.8 snowfall days, 209mm (8.23") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the sea temperature in April in Húsavík?
In April, the average sea temperature is 2.8°C (37°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.
What is the average length of the day in April?
The average day length in April is 15h and 28min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in April?
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 20:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:26 and sunset at 21:46 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Húsavík have in April?
The average sunshine duration in April is 5.2h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index reading in April in Húsavík?
In Húsavík, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average temperature in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in April: 0.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: -5.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-9.1°C).

Average pressure in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average pressure in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average pressure in April: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.5mbar).

Average wind speed in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average wind speed in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in April: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average humidity in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average humidity in April: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

Average rainfall in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average rainfall in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in April: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (115mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (40mm).

Average rainfall days in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average rainfall days in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average snowfall in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in April: 209mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (511mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average snowfall days in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in April: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average sea temperature in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average sea temperature in April: 2.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (9.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (2°C).

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average daylight in April: 15h and 3min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 1h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average sunshine days in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in April: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (8.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.7 days).

Average UV index in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average UV index in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average cloud cover in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in April: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 62).

Average visibility in April - Húsavík, Iceland
Average visibility in April
Húsavík, Iceland
  • Average visibility in April: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is June (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (7km).

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