Alaska (Juneau) · April
Low seasonUSA · North America
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 2° (36°)-8– (18–)7 (45) | 2° (36°)-6– (21–)8 (46) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)15 (59) | 14° (57°)7– (45–)22 (72) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)25 (77) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)23 (73) | 13° (55°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) | 4° (39°)-3– (27–)9 (48) | 2° (36°)-6– (21–)7 (45) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -2° (28°)-13– (9–)4 (39) | -2° (28°)-12– (10–)3 (37) | -1° (30°)-9– (16–)3 (37) | 2° (36°)-3– (27–)6 (43) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)10 (50) | 10° (50°)5– (41–)13 (55) | 12° (54°)8– (46–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)7– (45–)14 (57) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)12 (54) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)9 (48) | 0° (32°)-8– (18–)5 (41) | -1° (30°)-10– (14–)4 (39) |
☀️Sunshine | 1h UV 1 | 3h UV 2 | 4h UV 4 | 6h UV 5 | 8h UV 6 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 | 2h UV 3 | 3h UV 2 | 3h UV 2 | 2h UV 1 |
🌊Water Temp | 6° (43°) | 5° (41°) | 5° (41°) | 6° (43°) | 8° (46°) | 11° (52°) | 13° (55°) | 14° (57°) | 13° (55°) | 11° (52°) | 8° (46°) | 7° (45°) |
🌧Rain Days | 16d176mm (6.9") | 11d108mm (4.2") | 11d90mm (3.5") | 11d94mm (3.7") | 10d96mm (3.8") | 10d103mm (4.0") | 13d134mm (5.3") | 15d175mm (6.9") | 18d229mm (9.0") | 17d219mm (8.6") | 16d165mm (6.5") | 14d155mm (6.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in May.
April in Alaska (Juneau) is on the cool side — with highs around 9°C (48°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 9°C (48°F) during the day and drop to 2°C (36°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 15°C (59°F), the coldest nights around -3°C (27°F) — frost does occur. With 6 sunshine hours per day and 11 rain days (94 mm (3.7 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 6°C (43°F), the water is still quite cool in April — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
The quiet season: the cruise ships are gone, days are short and the sky is mostly grey. Snow falls in the mountains, while in town wet weather alternates with frost. Visitors now see the Alaska of the locals, with winter sports, a chance of northern lights on clear nights and empty streets.
Events & Festivals
- Alaska Folk Festivalearly April
Since 1975, this free festival has turned downtown into one big week-long jam session with musicians from all over Alaska.
Packing list for Alaska (Juneau) in April
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Alaska (Juneau)?
- April is not an optimal month for Alaska (Juneau) (Score: 47/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Alaska (Juneau) in April?
- In April, Alaska (Juneau) sees daily highs of 9°C (48°F). Nights cool to 2°C (36°F), with a daily average of 6°C (43°F). Peaks reach around 15°C (59°F), the coldest nights around -3°C (27°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Alaska (Juneau) in April?
- In April, Alaska (Juneau) receives an average of 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain over 11 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Alaska (Juneau) get in April?
- Alaska (Juneau) averages 6 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Alaska (Juneau) in April?
- Water temperature in Alaska (Juneau) in April averages 6°C (43°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
