As heat builds in
April, weather conditions in
Krong Siem Reap,
Cambodia noticeably change. April boasts of a slight increase in temperature, side-by-side with an escalated precipitation which is almost twice
March's level, reaching up to 64mm (2.52"). Despite the progression in rain levels, the month doesn't move into the rainy season yet. Interestingly, April provides a hint of what to expect from the ensuing rainy season with more humid conditions than in the preceding month. Longer daylight hours and amplified UV intensity also remain a consistent feature throughout the month.
Temperature
The warmest period in Krong Siem Reap is usually observed in March and April, with the average high-temperature peaking at 36°C (96.8°F).
Rainfall
In April, in Krong Siem Reap, the rain falls for 7 days. Throughout April, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Krong Siem Reap, there are 121 rainfall days, and 1357mm (53.43") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:19 +07.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April in Krong Siem Reap is 8h.
UV index
February through
September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Krong Siem Reap. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During April, 12 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Employ all crucial safeguards, unprotected skin could burn rapidly. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Even on a cloudy day, a sunscreen with at least a 30 SPF should be applied generously and frequently reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor exercise.