April weather forecast
Garashi, Kenya

April, like March, is a hot autumn month in Garashi, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Temperature

Garashi's shift into April is marked by a subtle change to a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F) from March's 30.9°C (87.6°F) in temperature. Garashi indicates a consistently low-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F) during the nights of April.

Heat index

The heat index value for April is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Garashi, the average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In Garashi, in April, during 19 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 184.6 rainfall days, and 473mm (18.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Garashi, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of April, in Garashi, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during April morphs into the following directions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.