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Girdwood Weather in April

With daytime temperatures of 2°C (36°F) and nighttime lows of -5°C (23°F), April in Girdwood brings very low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that April is part of the rainy season, with frequent and often heavy snow/rainfall.

Rainfall in Girdwood in April

As part of the rainy season, Girdwood sees around 8 days of rain in April, with an average of 185 mm (7.3 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.

Temperature in Girdwood in April

April in Girdwood brings typical temperatures with highs around 2°C (36°F) and lows of -5°C (23°F). Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. Nights drop below freezing to -5°C (23°F). An extra blanket is worth packing if you're unsure about the heating where you're staying. This month is characterized by its cold weather, so make sure to wear sufficient layers to stay warm.

Sunshine in Girdwood in April

The month enjoys around 235 hours of sunshine. The wet weather tends to wait until afternoon or evening to arrive, leaving the first half of most days dry and sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Girdwood. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Girdwood Temperature in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -5°C (23°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 26%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 185 mm (7.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 64% *  
SunshineSunshine 235 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: Anchorage, the United States of America (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in April

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Girdwood in April

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Girdwood in April. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Girdwood in April

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
2/10
Walking
2/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
2/10

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