April weather forecast
Ban Soung, Laos

April often marks the peak of the hot season in Ban Soung, as temperatures range to a high of 34.3°C (93.7°F) from 21.8°C (71.2°F). This is a time when locals and visitors brace themselves for the highest temperatures seen throughout the year. Despite the heat, the city starts to welcome heavy showers indicating the arrival of the rainy season. Moreover, April boasts the longest daylight hours, giving ample opportunity for outdoor activities before sunset. Overall, April captivates visitors with its contrasting weather patterns - remarkable heat offset by the cooling showers of rainfall.

Temperature

April registers as the month with the highest average temperatures in Ban Soung, Laos, reaching 34.3°C (93.7°F) at its peak and 21.8°C (71.2°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

During April, the heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Ban Soung, the average relative humidity in April is 66%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 24.4 days. Throughout April, 94mm (3.7") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ban Soung, Laos, there are 233.5 rainfall days, and 1343mm (52.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of April, in Ban Soung, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:12 +07.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Ban Soung, Laos, is April, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.