April weather forecast
Alta, Norway

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Weather in April

April in Alta, Norway signifies the arrival of spring, with a considerable leap in temperatures from March. Amid these warmer conditions, sprinkles of moderate rainfall are not uncommon, instilling freshness to the environment. The snowfall drifts down to a mere 99mm (3.9"), marking a substantial reduction from past months. With the spring season unfolding, the daylight hours spike, making days extensively longer. Despite wind speeds moderating, gusts can still be brisk, maintaining a certain crispness in the atmosphere.

Temperature

April witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a subzero cold -4°C (24.8°F) in March to a still freezing cold -0.4°C (31.3°F). Throughout April, Alta's nights cool down to an average of -6.3°C (20.7°F).

Humidity

The most humid month in Alta is April, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Alta, in April, during 8.2 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alta, there are 113.3 rainfall days, and 318mm (12.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Alta, Norway, during April, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 99mm (3.9") of snow. In Alta, during the entire year, snow falls for 90.6 days and aggregates up to 728mm (28.66") of snow.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater in Alta are February through April, with an average sea temperature of 4°C (39.2°F).
Note: While swimming, this scenario is perilously cold, dangerous, and potentially fatal. Hypothermia is almost imminent without proper insulated waterproof attire.

Daylight

In Alta, the average length of the day in April is 16h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 02:59 and sunset at 21:48 CEST.

Sunshine

In Alta, the average sunshine in April is 6.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Alta are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Alta in April?

The high-temperature, in April, in Alta, records -0.4°C (31.3°F), while the low-temperature is -6.3°C (20.7°F).

What is the most humid month in Alta?

With an average relative humidity of 89%, April is the most humid month in Alta, Norway.

What is the average humidity in April in Alta?

In April, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How much does it rain in Alta in April?

In Alta, Norway, in April, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in April in Alta?

In Alta, Norway, during April, snow falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 99mm (3.9") of snow.

What are the months with the coldest sea water in Alta?

February through April, with an average sea temperature of 4°C (39.2°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Alta.

What is the water temperature in April in Alta?

In Alta, in April, the average water temperature is 4°C (39.2°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

How many hours of daylight does Alta have in April?

In Alta, Norway, the average day length in April is 16h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Alta?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 19:34. On the last day of the month, in Alta, Norway, sunrise is at 02:59 and sunset at 21:48 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in April in Alta?

The average sunshine duration in April is 6.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Alta?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Alta.

How high is the UV index in April in Alta?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Alta, Norway, is 1. 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
Alta, Norway

Average temperature in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average high temperature in April: -0.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-6.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: -6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-11.9°C).

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Average pressure in April
Alta, Norway

Average pressure in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average pressure in April: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Alta, Norway

Average wind speed in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average wind speed in April: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.8km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Alta, Norway

Average humidity in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average humidity in April: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in April
Alta, Norway

Average rainfall in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average rainfall in April: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Alta, Norway

Average rainfall days in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in April: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.8 days).

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Average snowfall in April
Alta, Norway

Average snowfall in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average snowfall in April: 99mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (137mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in April
Alta, Norway

Average snowfall days in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in April: 12 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Alta, Norway

Average sea temperature in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in April: 4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (10°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (4°C).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Alta, Norway

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average daylight in April: 16h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Alta, Norway

Average sunshine days in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in April: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in April
Alta, Norway

Average UV index in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average UV index in April: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in April
Alta, Norway

Average cloud cover in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in April: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in April
Alta, Norway

Average visibility in April - Alta, Norway
  • Average visibility in April: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is April (7km).

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