April weather forecastLunga-Lunga, Kenya

April

Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Lunga-Lunga, Kenya, is a hot autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 24.5°C (76.1°F) and 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

The shift from March to April is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), not significantly different from the 32.5°C (90.5°F) of March. The temperature dips to an average of 24.5°C (76.1°F) during April nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during April is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is April, when the rain falls for 24.7 days and typically aggregates up to 120mm (4.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:19 EAT.

Sunshine

In Lunga-Lunga, the average sunshine in April is 8.5h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in April transforms into this advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Jul 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Lunga-Lunga, 31°C (87.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 24.5°C (76.1°F) is the average low-temperature during April. In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 39°C (102.2°F).

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

April is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 24.7 days and accumulates 120mm (4.72") of precipitation.

In Lunga-Lunga, during April, the rain falls for 24.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 120mm (4.72") of precipitation.

The average day length in April is 12h and 1min.

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:19 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.5h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M April M J J A S O N D

Mar

April

May

Average high temperature

32.5°C

31°C

29°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12km/h

14km/h

16.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

8.9

3.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Lunga-Lunga, Kenya

Average high temperature in April: 31°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.7°C).

Average low temperature in April: 24.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.3°C).

Average pressure in April
Lunga-Lunga, Kenya

Average pressure in April: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Lunga-Lunga, Kenya

Average wind speed in April: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in April
Lunga-Lunga, Kenya

Average humidity in April: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, October and November (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March, June, July and December (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Lunga-Lunga, Kenya

Average rainfall in April: 120mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (120mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (17mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Lunga-Lunga, Kenya

Average rainfall days in April: 24.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Lunga-Lunga, 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 30min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in April
Lunga-Lunga, Kenya

Average sunshine days in April: 3.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Lunga-Lunga, Kenya

Average UV index in April: 7

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

Average cloud cover in April
Lunga-Lunga, Kenya

Average cloud cover in April: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in April
Lunga-Lunga, 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).