April weather forecastAmboalimena, Madagascar

April

Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Amboalimena, Madagascar, is another hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25°C (77°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

The start of April sees the average high-temperature at a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), showing little difference from March's 30.9°C (87.6°F). In Amboalimena, the expected average low-temperature for April is a moderately hot 25°C (77°F).

Heat index

April's heat index is computed to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Amboalimena, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In Amboalimena, in April, during 17.8 rainfall days, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Amboalimena, Madagascar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.7 days and collects up to 952mm (37.48") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Amboalimena, the average length of the day in April is 11h and 39min.
On the first day of April in Amboalimena, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:41 EAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Amboalimena are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and a low-temperature of 25°C (77°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 38°C (100.4°F).

The average relative humidity in April is 76%.

In Amboalimena, in April, during 17.8 rainfall days, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Amboalimena, the average day length in April is 11h and 39min.

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:41 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in April is 7.6h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Amboalimena, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Amboalimena, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in April: 30.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are November and December (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 25°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.5°C).

Average pressure in April
Amboalimena, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in April: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Amboalimena, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in April: 11.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in April
Amboalimena, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (64%).

Average rainfall in April
Amboalimena, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in April: 84mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (315mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (4mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Amboalimena, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in April: 17.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.7 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Amboalimena, Madagascar

  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 42min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Amboalimena, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in April: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Amboalimena, Madagascar

  • Average UV index in April: 7

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

Average cloud cover in April
Amboalimena, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in April: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in April
Amboalimena, Madagascar

  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).