April weather forecastNew Delhi, India
April
Weather in April
April signifies the transition from spring to the hot, arid summer season. The city begins to feel the heat, as the comforting coolness of spring makes way for soaring temperatures. Weather turns markedly hot during the day, although evenings still retain traces of comfort. Despite the heat, the city sparkles under brilliant sunshine, adding a flash of brilliance to the architectural splendors of Delhi. Even the wind delivers hot puffs, preparing Delhiites for the imminent heatwave.Temperature
New Delhi experiences a temperature shift with the start of April, with average high-temperatures moving from a tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F) in March to a very hot 38.2°C (100.8°F). The nighttime temperature during April displays a significant divergence from daily peaks, averaging at a warm 24.5°C (76.1°F).Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity in New Delhi is 21%.Rainfall
In New Delhi, during April, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. In New Delhi, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.2 days and collects up to 305mm (12.01") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 12h and 52min.On the first day of April in New Delhi, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:40 am and sunset at 6:55 pm IST.
Sunshine
In New Delhi, India, the average sunshine in April is 11.1h.UV index
April through June, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in New Delhi. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 9 suggests these recommendations:
Always be mindful of protection. The risk of damage to skin and eyes is significant if neglected. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Despite the cloudy weather, sunscreen with a sun protection factor of at least 30 should be liberally applied and reapplied, including after a swim or outdoor activity.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
New Delhi, India
- Average high temperature in April: 38.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (42.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 24.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (32°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.2°C).
Average pressure in April
New Delhi, India
- Average pressure in April: 1005.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (996.7mbar).
Average wind speed in April
New Delhi, India
- Average wind speed in April: 10km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.7km/h).
Average humidity in April
New Delhi, India
- Average humidity in April: 21%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (18%).
Average rainfall in April
New Delhi, India
- Average rainfall in April: 15mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2mm).
Average rainfall days in April
New Delhi, India
- Average rainfall days in April: 5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.2 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
New Delhi, India
- Average daylight in April: 12h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in April: 11h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in April
New Delhi, India
- Average sunshine days in April: 23.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.3 days).
Average UV index in April
New Delhi, India
- Average UV index in April: 9
The months with the highest UV index are April, May and June (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in April
New Delhi, India
- Average cloud cover in April: 9
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in April
New Delhi, India
- 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).
