April weather forecast
Ólafsvík, Iceland

April

Weather in April

April signifies the full arrival of spring in Ólafsvík with a noticeable increase in temperature and daylight hours. Snowfall is significantly reduced, and rains pick up slightly compared to the winter months. With accumulated snowfall reducing drastically to 44mm (1.73"), the thawing process begins in earnest. Melting snow and emerging vegetation paint a picture of rejuvenation and rebirth. April's temperate weather is a welcoming respite from the long freezing winter and urges for more outdoor explorations.

Temperature

April brings a marginal elevation to a still wintry 4.5°C (40.1°F) from March's 3.3°C (37.9°F) in Ólafsvík's average high-temperatures. The temperature during April sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Humidity

In Ólafsvík, the average relative humidity in April is 78%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout April, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ólafsvík, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.8 days and collects up to 827mm (32.56") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Ólafsvík, during April, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of snow. In Ólafsvík, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.9 days and aggregates up to 421mm (16.57") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 15h and 16min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 20:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 22:02 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

In Ólafsvík, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in April?
April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 4.5°C (40.1°F) and a low-temperature of 2.3°C (36.1°F).
What is the average humidity in April?
In April, the average relative humidity is 78%.
How much does it rain in April?
In Ólafsvík, during April, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Ólafsvík in April?
In Ólafsvík, in April, during 5.5 snowfall days, 44mm (1.73") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in April?
In April, the average day length is 15h and 16min.
When are sunrise and sunset in April?
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 20:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 22:02 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Ólafsvík have in April?
The average sunshine duration in April is 5.3h.
What is the UV index intensity in April?
In Ólafsvík, Iceland, 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 temperature in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in April: 4.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (11.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (3.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 2.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (0.8°C).

Average pressure in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average pressure in April: 1008.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (996.1mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in April: 29.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (36.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (19.4km/h).

Average humidity in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average humidity in April: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and December (75%).

Average rainfall in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in April: 65mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (96mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (37mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.2 days).

Average snowfall in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in April: 44mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (99mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in April: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average daylight in April: 15h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in April: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • 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, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in April: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).

Average visibility in April
Ólafsvík, Iceland
  • Average visibility in April: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (8km).

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