April weather forecastEl Jera, Kenya

Weather in April

April, like March, is another hot autumn month in El Jera, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 34.3°C (93.7°F) and 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Temperature

April begins with an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.3°C (93.7°F), reflecting close similarity to the preceding month. El Jera's average low-temperature in April is measured at a moderately hot 25.2°C (77.4°F).

Heat index

In April, the heat index is calculated to be a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in El Jera, Kenya, is 62%.

Rainfall

In El Jera, Kenya, in April, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in El Jera, there are 103.3 rainfall days, and 326mm (12.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In El Jera, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of April, in El Jera, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:20 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in El Jera, Kenya, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.