April weather forecast
Kuantan, Malaysia

Moving along to April, increased rainfall is observed, measuring up to 164mm (6.46"), setting the stage for the imminent wetter weather. The mercury reading shows a gentle advancement from the previous months, thus maintaining the staple warm weather of Kuantan. Correspondingly, sea temperature escalates, reaching near-perfect conditions for visiting the exquisite coastline of the region. Despite the heightened rainfall, the daylight hours increase slightly, allowing more time to explore the city. Mindful of the unchanged UV index at 12, adequate sun protection continues to remain applicable for April.

Temperature

As Kuantan welcomes April, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still tropical 32.4°C (90.3°F), showing little deviation from March's 31.4°C (88.5°F). In the month of April, the temperature in Kuantan, Malaysia, generally rests at an average low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Rainfall

In Kuantan, in April, during 16.3 rainfall days, 164mm (6.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kuantan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156.3 days and collects up to 2901mm (114.21") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Kuantan, the average seawater temperature in April is 29.3°C (84.7°F).
Note: For water activities like swimming, diving, and more, temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) offer superior comfort and enjoyment for lengthy durations.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 7:11 pm +08.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Kuantan is 6.8h.

UV index

January through May, July through November, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Kuantan. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 12 in April translates into this advice:
Take all required precautions, as unprotected skin and eyes can burn in 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. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. One must apply and reapply generously an SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen every two hours or after an outdoor workout or swim. Caution! The reflection of sand and water significantly increases the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.