April weather forecastMakongani, Kenya

April weather for Makongani, Kenya: April, like March, is a hot autumn month in Makongani, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.8°C (78.4°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F). On the first day of April in Makongani, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:27.

April

Weather in April

April, like March, is a hot autumn month in Makongani, Kenya, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.8°C (78.4°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

Makongani greets April with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Recording a slight decline in temperature during the nights, Makongani's April temperatures average at a moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

April's mean heat index is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 20.9 days. Throughout April, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated. In Makongani, during the entire year, the rain falls for 211.8 days and collects up to 587mm (23.11") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:18 EAT.

Sunshine

In Makongani, the average sunshine in April is 8.7h.

UV index

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Makongani. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during April translates into the following directions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. 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. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in April, in Makongani, records 30.5°C (86.9°F), while the low-temperature is 25.8°C (78.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in April is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).

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

In Makongani, Kenya, in April, it is raining for 20.9 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation.

In April, the average day length in Makongani, Kenya, is 12h and 2min.

On the first day of April in Makongani, Kenya, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:18 EAT.

In Makongani, Kenya, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.7h.

The months with the highest UV index in Makongani, Kenya, are January through June, August 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 threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Makongani, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in April: 30.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 25.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.1°C).

Average pressure in April
Makongani, Kenya

  • Average pressure in April: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Makongani, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in April: 19.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (28.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in April
Makongani, Kenya

  • Average humidity in April: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and October (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Makongani, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in April: 67mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (17mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Makongani, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in April: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (24.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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

  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Makongani, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in April: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Makongani, Kenya

  • Average UV index in April: 7

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

Average cloud cover in April
Makongani, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in April: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are May and October (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in April
Makongani, 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).