April weather forecastUkunda, Kenya

April

Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Ukunda, Kenya, is another hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31°C (87.8°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

With April's arrival, Ukunda notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) is observed during April nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for April is estimated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout April, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ukunda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.2 days and collects up to 312mm (12.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ukunda, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 1min.
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 06:19 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Ukunda is 8.8h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ukunda. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

In April, in Ukunda, the average high-temperature 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', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 39°C (102.2°F).

The average relative humidity in April in Ukunda, Kenya, is 75%.

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

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

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:17 EAT.

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

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

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Ukunda is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Ukunda, 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
Ukunda, 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
Ukunda, 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
Ukunda, 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
Ukunda, 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
Ukunda, 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
Ukunda, 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
Ukunda, 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
Ukunda, 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
Ukunda, 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
Ukunda, 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).