April weather forecast
Shimo La Tewa, Kenya

April

Weather in April

April, like March, is a hot autumn month in Shimo La Tewa, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 31°C (87.8°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

April brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. In the month of April, the nighttime temperature in Shimo La Tewa dips to a steady average of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

During April, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In Shimo La Tewa, in April, during 18 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shimo La Tewa, Kenya, there are 167.2 rainfall days, and 312mm (12.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of April, in Shimo La Tewa, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Shimo La Tewa is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Shimo La Tewa are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in April translates into the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Shimo La Tewa in April?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shimo La Tewa during April are 31°C (87.8°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F) respectively. In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 39°C (102.2°F).
What is the average humidity in April in Shimo La Tewa?
In Shimo La Tewa, the average relative humidity in April is 75%.
How much does it rain in Shimo La Tewa in April?
In Shimo La Tewa, in April, during 18 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in April in Shimo La Tewa?
In Shimo La Tewa, Kenya, the average day length in April is 12h and 1min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Shimo La Tewa?
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.
How many hours of sunshine does Shimo La Tewa have in April?
The average sunshine duration in April in Shimo La Tewa, Kenya, is 8.8h.
When is the highest UV index in Shimo La Tewa?
The months with the highest UV index in Shimo La Tewa are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in April in Shimo La Tewa?
In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Shimo La Tewa is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April - Shimo La Tewa, Kenya
Average temperature in April
Shimo La Tewa, 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 - Shimo La Tewa, Kenya
Average pressure in April
Shimo La Tewa, 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 - Shimo La Tewa, Kenya
Average wind speed in April
Shimo La Tewa, 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 - Shimo La Tewa, Kenya
Average humidity in April
Shimo La Tewa, 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 - Shimo La Tewa, Kenya
Average rainfall in April
Shimo La Tewa, 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 - Shimo La Tewa, Kenya
Average rainfall days in April
Shimo La Tewa, 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 - Shimo La Tewa, Kenya
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Shimo La Tewa, 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 5min

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 - Shimo La Tewa, Kenya
Average sunshine days in April
Shimo La Tewa, 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 - Shimo La Tewa, Kenya
Average UV index in April
Shimo La Tewa, 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 - Shimo La Tewa, Kenya
Average cloud cover in April
Shimo La Tewa, 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 - Shimo La Tewa, Kenya
Average visibility in April
Shimo La Tewa, 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).

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