Alaska (Skagway) · 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 | 0° (32°)-13– (9–)7 (45) | 1° (34°)-10– (14–)7 (45) | 4° (39°)-5– (23–)10 (50) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)8– (46–)23 (73) | 17° (63°)11– (52–)25 (77) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)24 (75) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)19 (66) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 3° (37°)-6– (21–)8 (46) | 1° (34°)-9– (16–)7 (45) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | -4° (25°)-17– (1–)4 (39) | -4° (25°)-13– (9–)3 (37) | -2° (28°)-11– (12–)3 (37) | 2° (36°)-4– (25–)6 (43) | 7° (45°)1– (34–)11 (52) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)13 (55) | 12° (54°)8– (46–)14 (57) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)14 (57) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)13 (55) | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)9 (48) | -1° (30°)-10– (14–)6 (43) | -3° (27°)-12– (10–)3 (37) |
☀️Sunshine | 1h UV 1 | 3h UV 2 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 5 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 6 | 4h UV 5 | 3h UV 4 | 2h UV 3 | 2h UV 2 | 2h UV 1 | 1h UV 0 |
🌊Water Temp | 4° (39°) | 4° (39°) | 3° (37°) | 4° (39°) | 7° (45°) | 10° (50°) | 13° (55°) | 13° (55°) | 12° (54°) | 10° (50°) | 8° (46°) | 6° (43°) |
🌧Rain Days | 7d61mm (2.4") | 4d35mm (1.4") | 5d39mm (1.5") | 5d33mm (1.3") | 4d30mm (1.2") | 5d29mm (1.1") | 6d42mm (1.7") | 8d63mm (2.5") | 11d101mm (4.0") | 10d98mm (3.8") | 8d65mm (2.6") | 7d74mm (2.9") |
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 (Skagway) at 9°C (48°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, and September.
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 16°C (61°F), the coldest nights around -4°C (25°F) — frost does occur. The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 5 rain days with 33 mm (1.3 in) total. At 4°C (39°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.
Spring arrives dry and bright: in the rain shadow of the coastal mountains little rain falls, and the days lengthen quickly. The first ships dock, the White Pass & Yukon Route resumes service and the Chilkoot Trail begins to thaw. One of the best times for sunny days.
Packing list for Alaska (Skagway) in April
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Alaska (Skagway)?
- April is not an optimal month for Alaska (Skagway) (Score: 58/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Alaska (Skagway) in April?
- In April, Alaska (Skagway) 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 16°C (61°F), the coldest nights around -4°C (25°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Alaska (Skagway) in April?
- In April, Alaska (Skagway) receives an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Alaska (Skagway) get in April?
- Alaska (Skagway) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Alaska (Skagway) in April?
- Water temperature in Alaska (Skagway) in April averages 4°C (39°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
