Ketchikan
Weather by month
Current –

Ketchikan Weather in April

April in Ketchikan averages 9°C (48°F) during the day and 4°C (39°F) at night. April is part of the rainy season, with around 233 mm (9.2 in) of rainfall and frequent showers.

Rainfall in Ketchikan in April

Ketchikan is in the rainy season in April, with rain on around 17 days and an average of 233 mm (9.2 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.

Temperature in Ketchikan in April

In April, expect low temperatures in Ketchikan, with highs of 9°C (48°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) at night. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Ketchikan in April

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 149 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and rainy days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June and July typically offer the best weather for Ketchikan.

Ketchikan Temperature in April

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
58%
Precipitation
233 mm (9.2 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
75% *
Sunshine
149 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Annette Island, the United States of America (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Ketchikan Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ketchikan - and find the best time to visit.

Best Places in the United States of America in April

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in April →

perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 Ketchikan in April

Cold weather calls for smart layering in April. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Ketchikan in April

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

  • Swimming
    5/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

Ketchikan 3-Day Forecast

Popular in April

Where to go in April - average daytime high across popular destinations.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.