April weather forecast
Pandamatenga, Botswana

April stands as a transitional month for the weather in Pandamatenga, Botswana. Temperatures fall slightly from 29.6°C (85.3°F) to 29.1°C (84.4°F), marking the onset of moderate climate conditions. It is noticed that the high moisture levels of the wet season start tapering off, leading to less crowded skies. Consequently, there is a considerable decrease in rainfall days lending the region a drier outlook. Allowing for pleasant weather, April sets the stage for the incoming dry season.

Temperature

Pandamatenga observes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F) in April, barely different from 29.6°C (85.3°F) in March. Pandamatenga documents a substantial deviation from daytime highs with a consistent low-temperature of 16.1°C (61°F) during April nights.

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is computed to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). Fatigue might occur with continuous exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Pandamatenga, Botswana, is 60%.

Rainfall

In Pandamatenga, during April, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. In Pandamatenga, Botswana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.7 days and collects up to 260mm (10.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Pandamatenga is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of April in Pandamatenga, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:57 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.