April weather forecast
Skaftafell, Iceland

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Weather in April

April sees the weather becoming more spring-like in Skaftafell. The city steps into a period of lower snowfall, reduced to 69mm (2.72") as compared to the previous months. The temperature range continues to rise, hitting lows of -0.8°C (30.6°F) and highs of 3.7°C (38.7°F), a noticeable shift towards warmth. Rainfall increases gradually as the snow melts, marking the anticipation of spring.

Temperature

The transition from March to April sees an average high-temperature of a still wintry 3.7°C (38.7°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Skaftafell sustains an average of approximately a freezing cold -0.8°C (30.6°F) during April nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Humidity

In Skaftafell, the average relative humidity in April is 81%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout April, 110mm (4.33") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Skaftafell, there are 187.1 rainfall days, and 1193mm (46.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Skaftafell, during April, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of snow. In Skaftafell, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 893mm (35.16") of snow.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Skaftafell is 15h and 8min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:41 and sunset at 21:28 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Skaftafell is 6.6h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Skaftafell in April?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Skaftafell, Iceland, during April are 3.7°C (38.7°F) and -0.8°C (30.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Skaftafell?

In Skaftafell, the average relative humidity in April is 81%.

How much does it rain in Skaftafell in April?

In April, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout April, 110mm (4.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in April in Skaftafell?

In April, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout April, 69mm (2.72") of snow is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Skaftafell?

In April, the average day length is 15h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Skaftafell?

On the first day of April in Skaftafell, Iceland, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 19:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:41 and sunset at 21:28 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Skaftafell have in April?

In Skaftafell, Iceland, the average sunshine duration in April is 6.6h.

How high is the UV index in April in Skaftafell?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average temperature in April - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in April: 3.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (10.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (0.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: -0.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-3.6°C).

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Average pressure in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average pressure in April - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average pressure in April: 1009.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average wind speed in April - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in April: 19.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (22.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.4km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average humidity in April - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average humidity in April: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and December (79%).

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Average rainfall in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average rainfall in April - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in April: 110mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (135mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (46mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average rainfall days in April - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in April: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.5 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average snowfall in April - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in April: 69mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (209mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average snowfall days in April - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in April: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average daylight in April: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average sunshine days in April - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in April: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).

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Average UV index in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average cloud cover in April - Skaftafell, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in April: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in April
Skaftafell, Iceland

Average visibility in April - Skaftafell, 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, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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