April weather forecast
Fong Sali, Laos

Arriving in April, one can see the weather in Fong Sali, Laos take on a more tropical character. With a surge in temperature, the month sets the stage for the eventual onslaught of the summer heat. Despite potential discomfort due to warmer days, this month manages to occasionally ease up on the heat, marked by a rise in wind speed. Simultaneously, rainfall sees an increase which gives short periods of relief from the rising temperatures. The first real taste of the impending heat becomes tangible with temperatures soaring to a high of 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Temperature

April is the warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 31.2°C (88.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F).

Heat index

In April, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Fong Sali, Laos, is 59%.

Rainfall

In Fong Sali, during April, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation. In Fong Sali, during the entire year, the rain falls for 220.4 days and collects up to 1213mm (47.76") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Fong Sali, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 39min.
On the first day of April in Fong Sali, Laos, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:36 +07.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is April, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

UV index

March, April, July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Fong Sali, Laos. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in April converts into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.