Anchorage weather in April

April in Anchorage averages 45°F by day and 30°F at night, with 0.4 inches of precipitation and 4.0 inches of snow. It is the 6th-warmest and 12th-wettest month of the year here.

AnchorageAlaskaPop. 287,155
Average high
45°F+12° vs March
Average low
30°F19 nights below freezing
Precipitation
0.4 in1 days with 0.1 in. or more
Snow
4.0 in0 days at 90°F+

Is April a good time to visit Anchorage?

April is cool, with highs around 45°F. The most comfortable months overall are June to August.

On April 15 the sun rises at 6:38 am and sets at 9:22 pm, giving 14h 44m of daylight. Daylight all year.

What to pack for Anchorage in April

  • A winter coat, hat, gloves and warm layers
  • Expect nights below freezing
  • Waterproof boots for snow

Based on 30-year averages, not a forecast. Check the forecast a few days before you go.

April nearby

CityDistanceHighLowPrecip.
Anchorage45°F30°F0.4 in
Bellingham, WA1368 mi58°F42°F2.8 in
Marysville, WA1413 mi60°F35°F4.3 in
Everett, WA1419 mi56°F43°F2.7 in
Kirkland, WA1433 mi59°F43°F3.0 in
Seattle, WA1433 mi59°F43°F3.0 in
Redmond, WA1436 mi59°F43°F3.0 in

Warmer places in April

Big cities with comfortable April highs between 68°F and 86°F:

Frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Anchorage in April?

In April, Anchorage averages a high of 45°F and a low of 30°F, with 0.4 inches of precipitation and 4.0 inches of snow (NOAA 1991-2020 normals).

Is April a good time to visit Anchorage?

April is cool to cold in Anchorage, with average highs of 45°F. Pack warm layers.

Does it snow in Anchorage in April?

Yes. April averages 4.0 inches of snow.

Before and after: Anchorage in March and Anchorage in May. All twelve months: Anchorage weather by month.

NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 climate normals, station Anchorage Intl. Airport, AK, 4.7 miles from the city center.