April weather forecastKikoneni, Kenya

April

Weather in April

April, like March, is another tropical autumn month in Kikoneni, Kenya, with an average temperature ranging between max 31°C (87.8°F) and min 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

April experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), barely different from March's 31.6°C (88.9°F). Kikoneni's average low-temperature is measured at a moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F) during April.

Heat index

For April, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. 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. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Kikoneni is 75%.

Rainfall

In Kikoneni, Kenya, during April, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. In Kikoneni, Kenya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 312mm (12.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of April, in Kikoneni, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:18 EAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during April leads to these instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in April, in Kikoneni, is 31°C (87.8°F) and the average low-temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 39°C (102.2°F).

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

In Kikoneni, Kenya, during April, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation.

In April, the average day length in Kikoneni is 12h and 1min.

On the first day of April in Kikoneni, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:18 EAT.

In Kikoneni, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.8h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in April: 31°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 25.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22°C).

Average pressure in April
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average pressure in April: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in April: 16.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (23.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (11.9km/h).

Average humidity in April
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, May, September, October, November and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in April: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (10mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in April: 18 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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

  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in April
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in April: 9.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7 days).

Average UV index in April
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average UV index in April: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in April
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in April: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Kikoneni, Kenya

  • 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).