April weather forecastDekar, Botswana
April
Weather in April
April, like March, in Dekar, Botswana, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27.8°C (82°F) and min 17.3°C (63.1°F).Temperature
As April takes its course, Dekar's average high-temperature registers at a moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. April sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 17.3°C (63.1°F).Heat index
The heat index for April is evaluated at 28°C (82.4°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humidity
In Dekar, the average relative humidity in April is 47%.Rainfall
In April, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout April, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dekar, Botswana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92.5 days and collects up to 329mm (12.95") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in April in Dekar, Botswana, is 11h and 36min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:08 CAT.
Sunshine
In Dekar, the average sunshine in April is 9.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In April, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Dekar, Botswana
- Average high temperature in April: 27.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (34.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (23.1°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 17.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is December (23.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.8°C).
Average pressure in April
Dekar, Botswana
- Average pressure in April: 1015.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Dekar, Botswana
- Average wind speed in April: 10km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are September and October (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.9km/h).
Average humidity in April
Dekar, Botswana
- Average humidity in April: 47%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (21%).
Average rainfall in April
Dekar, Botswana
- Average rainfall in April: 21mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (79mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Dekar, Botswana
- Average rainfall days in April: 8.9 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Dekar, Botswana
- Average daylight in April: 11h and 36min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in April: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in April
Dekar, Botswana
- Average sunshine days in April: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9 days).
Average UV index in April
Dekar, Botswana
- Average UV index in April: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in April
Dekar, Botswana
- Average cloud cover in April: 18
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in April
Dekar, Botswana
- Average visibility in April: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
