April weather forecast
Aksum, Ethiopia

April gives a warm welcome to the residents and tourists of Aksum with a further increase in daytime temperatures. The weather of the city is a prelude to the approaching wet season, with precipitation becoming more apparent. The duration of daylight is slightly higher, which allows for extended outdoor activities. This month witnesses temperatures veering from 12.7°C (54.9°F) to 29.4°C (84.9°F), marking the highest peak in the first few months of the year. The metamorphosis from a cooler to a warmer climate makes April a transitional month in Aksum.

Temperature

April is the month when Aksum's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and lows of 12.7°C (54.9°F).

Rainfall

In Aksum, in April, during 5 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Aksum, there are 63 rainfall days, and 652mm (25.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:41 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Aksum, Ethiopia, are January through May, October through December, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Aksum are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 12 translates into the following recommendations:
Employ all crucial safeguards, unprotected skin could burn rapidly. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Post an outdoor workout or swimming, a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen should be applied generously and frequently.