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Carcross weather in April (Yukon, Canada)

Is April a good time to explore Carcross weather-wise? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In April, Carcross usually has low temperatures and low snow/rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 4°C, while the nights will see a decline to about -6°C. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Precipitation

Carcross in April usually receives low snow/rainfall, averaging around 27 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. You can typically expect 3 days days of snow/rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With around 240 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Carcross. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Carcross climate page with graphs.

 

Carcross, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 11%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 27 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 3 days  
HumidityHumidity 43% *  
SunshineSunshine 240 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 55% *  
* Data from: Whitehorse, Canada (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in Canada in April

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. Also, consider bringing a rain jacket as there might be some rain.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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