April weather forecastNairobi, Kenya
April
Weather in April
April is noteworthy as Nairobi's rainiest month, with cloudy skies and frequent showers defining most days. Drastic changes in weather patterns present a stark contrast to the drier months of January and February, with each day witnessing an average of 12.1 daylight hours. As a part of the city's long rain season, the heavy rainfall weighing in at a massive 125mm (4.92") records the highest average annual amount. Despite the gloomier weather, the city brims with vibrancy, its greenery radiant in the nourishing downpour. The dull roar of the rain serves as a calming backdrop to the urban rhythm of Nairobi.Temperature
The advent of April in Nairobi sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 24.7°C (76.5°F), subtly shifted from March's 26.8°C (80.2°F). In April, in Nairobi, the average low-temperature is a moderate 15.6°C (60.1°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in April in Nairobi is 80%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is April, when the rain falls for 26.6 days and typically aggregates up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation.Daylight
In Nairobi, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 5min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:32 EAT.
Sunshine
April and May, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Nairobi.UV index
January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average high temperature in April: 24.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (22.4°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 15.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.7°C).
Average pressure in April
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average pressure in April: 1014.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1016.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1013.4mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average wind speed in April: 8.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6.1km/h).
Average humidity in April
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average humidity in April: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (65%).
Average rainfall in April
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average rainfall in April: 125mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (28mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average rainfall days in April: 26.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (12.3 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average daylight in April: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in April: 8h and 30min
The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in April
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average sunshine days in April: 1.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.9 days).
Average UV index in April
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average UV index in April: 5
The month with the highest UV index is September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in April
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average cloud cover in April: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in April
Nairobi, Kenya
- Average visibility in April: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April and May (7km).
