April weather forecast
Aksum, Ethiopia

April gives a warm welcome to the residents and tourists of Aksum with a further increase in daytime temperatures. The weather of the city is a prelude to the approaching wet season, with precipitation becoming more apparent. The duration of daylight is slightly higher, which allows for extended outdoor activities. This month witnesses temperatures veering from 12.7°C (54.9°F) to 29.4°C (84.9°F), marking the highest peak in the first few months of the year. The metamorphosis from a cooler to a warmer climate makes April a transitional month in Aksum.

Temperature

The warmest temperatures occur during April, when averages reach a peak of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and a low of 12.7°C (54.9°F).

Rainfall

In Aksum, during April, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. In Aksum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 63 days and collects up to 652mm (25.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:41 EAT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January through May, October through December, with an average of 9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 12 during April translates into these guidelines:
Take every vital safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes may suffer burns rapidly. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or above should be applied generously and reapplied every two hours and right after any outdoor activity or swim.