April weather forecastBusia, Kenya

April

Weather in April

As the calendar turns its page to April, Busia awaits the peak of the wet season. The continual rise in rainfall is more noticeable this month, with April receiving the highest amount of rain in the year. There is a noticeable drop in temperature, yet the weather remains predominantly warm. Despite the weather conditions, the town's vibrant lifestyle is resilient, maintaining a normal pace against the weather's shift. With the higher precipitation, April offers a refreshing change from the drier months, affirming its role as the crucial month of the wet season.

Temperature

Busia in April experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F) in March to a warm 27.3°C (81.1°F). In the month of April, Busia's average low-temperature falls to an enjoyable 16.9°C (62.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for April is computed to be a hot 30°C (86°F). Persisting in activity during long-term exposure might induce weariness, with subsequent heat cramps.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.

Humidity

In Busia, the average relative humidity in April is 79%.

Rainfall

In Busia, Kenya, in April, it is raining for 28.8 days, with typically 208mm (8.19") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 300.8 rainfall days, and 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Busia.

Daylight

In Busia, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:44 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.8h.

UV index

April through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Busia. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 5 in April transforms into this advice:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.

Updated: Jan 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in April, in Busia, records 27.3°C (81.1°F), while the low-temperature is 16.9°C (62.4°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

In Busia, the average relative humidity in April is 79%.

In Busia, in April, during 28.8 rainfall days, 208mm (8.19") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Busia, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

In Busia, the average day length in April is 12h and 8min.

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:44 EAT.

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8.8h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Busia are April through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

In Busia, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average high temperature

30.3°C

27.3°C

25.3°C

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Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.3km/h

6.5km/h

5.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

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0.3

Average UV index

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Average temperature in April
Busia, Kenya

Average high temperature in April: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.2°C).

Average low temperature in April: 16.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.5°C).

Average pressure in April
Busia, Kenya

Average pressure in April: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Busia, Kenya

Average wind speed in April: 5.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in April
Busia, Kenya

Average humidity in April: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (55%).

Average rainfall in April
Busia, Kenya

Average rainfall in April: 208mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (257mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (36mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Busia, Kenya

Average rainfall days in April: 28.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Busia, Kenya

Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Busia, Kenya

Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Busia, Kenya

Average daylight in April: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

Average sunshine in April: 8h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Busia, Kenya

Average sunshine days in April: 0.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Busia, Kenya

Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and October (UV index 5).