April weather forecastCilacap, Indonesia

Weather in April

During April, the weather in Cilacap, Indonesia becomes drier, resulting in slightly less rainfall compared to March. The average high temperature goes down marginally, making the overall weather conditions less extreme than those experienced in the previous months. The reduction in rainfall doesn't significantly impact the relative humidity, thanks to the consistently high temperatures. Concurrently, daylight duration is only at 11.9h, the shortest in the first quarter of the year. Consequently, this month's weather can be considered a slight break from the high-intensity conditions of the first quarter.

Temperature

In Cilacap, April's average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F), closely related to the preceding month. Cilacap in April experiences a minor decline in temperature, with an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) at night.

Heat index

In April, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In Cilacap, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 25.7 days. Throughout April, 145mm (5.71") of precipitation is accumulated. In Cilacap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 280.3 days and collects up to 1371mm (53.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:36 WIB.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Cilacap are January through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.