April weather forecast
Drumsite, Christmas Island

April

Weather in April

April in Drumsite sees a continuation of the previous month's dynamics with a noticeable dip in temperature and sunlight hours, making it a more cool and cloudy month. The drop is gradual yet significant with an average maximum temperature at 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a minimum hovering around 23.7°C (74.7°F). The island experiences an uptick in cloud cover, correlated with a slight rise in rainfall. Despite being less extreme than March, the weather remains significantly humid. Come May, a higher rise in rainfall and a slight decrease in temperatures can be anticipated.

Temperature

April's weather in Drumsite displays an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.3°C (82.9°F), slightly varied from March's 28.5°C (83.3°F). Nighttime temperature sees a small decrement from daytime highs, dipping to an average of 23.7°C (74.7°F) during April.

Heat index

The heat index in April is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Drumsite, in April, it is raining for 23.3 days, with typically 114mm (4.49") of accumulated precipitation. In Drumsite, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.6 days and collects up to 1046mm (41.18") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Drumsite, Christmas Island, the average length of the day in April is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of April, in Drumsite, Christmas Island, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:46 +07.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Drumsite is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Drumsite are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in April translates into these instructions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Drumsite in April?
The high-temperature, in April, in Drumsite, is 28.3°C (82.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23.7°C (74.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in April is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in April in Drumsite?
The average relative humidity in April in Drumsite is 81%.
How many days does it rain in April in Drumsite?
In Drumsite, during April, the rain falls for 23.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Drumsite have in April?
The average day length in April in Drumsite, Christmas Island, is 11h and 52min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Drumsite?
In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, in Drumsite, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:46 +07.
How long on average sun shines in April in Drumsite?
In April, the average sunshine duration in Drumsite is 8.8h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Drumsite?
January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in April in Drumsite?
The average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April - Drumsite, Christmas Island
Average temperature in April
Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average high temperature in April: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 23.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are January and December (23.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.6°C).

Average pressure in April - Drumsite, Christmas Island
Average pressure in April
Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average pressure in April: 1010mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in April - Drumsite, Christmas Island
Average wind speed in April
Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in April - Drumsite, Christmas Island
Average humidity in April
Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average humidity in April: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and November (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).

Average rainfall in April - Drumsite, Christmas Island
Average rainfall in April
Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average rainfall in April: 114mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (140mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (25mm).

Average rainfall days in April - Drumsite, Christmas Island
Average rainfall days in April
Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average rainfall days in April: 23.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (13.9 days).

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Drumsite, Christmas Island
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April - Drumsite, Christmas Island
Average sunshine days in April
Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average sunshine days in April: 4.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and August (7.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (4.4 days).

Average UV index in April - Drumsite, Christmas Island
Average UV index in April
Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average UV index in April: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in April - Drumsite, Christmas Island
Average cloud cover in April
Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • Average cloud cover in April: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in April - Drumsite, Christmas Island
Average visibility in April
Drumsite, Christmas Island
  • 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).

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