April weather forecastKuramathi, Maldives

A small boat on the clear waters of the Indian Ocean in Kuramathi, Maldives

April

Weather in April

Moving into April in Kuramathi, a detectable shift towards wetter conditions sets in. April throws its highlight on being the first month of the year where the amount of rainfall exceeds the 100mm (3.94") mark, peaking at 123mm (4.84"). Despite the increase in rainfall, the month is well-balanced with ample sunshine and daylight hours not straying far from those of March. As the months progress, the charm of this tropical paradise only grows despite the occasional rain shower.

Temperature

Kuramathi's temperature peaks during February through May, with an average high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F).

Rainfall

In Kuramathi, Maldives, during April, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 123mm (4.84") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kuramathi, there are 139 rainfall days, and 1933mm (76.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The months with the warmest seawater are April and May, with an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F).
Note: When the aim is to cool down, temperatures above 30°C (86°F) in waters might not be very inviting.

Daylight

In Kuramathi, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:13 +05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9h.

UV index

January through May, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Kuramathi. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 12 transforms into these recommendations:
Employ every crucial safety step. Those with fair skin could experience burns in a matter of minutes. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Every two hours, apply and reapply an SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen, especially after swimming or engaging in outdoor activities. Be vigilant! The Sun's UV rays get a boost from sand and water reflections.

Updated: Feb 8, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Kuramathi experiences its warmest period in February through May, averaging a high-temperature of 31°C (87.8°F).

The high-temperature, in April, in Kuramathi, records 31°C (87.8°F), while the low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F).

In Kuramathi, during April, the rain falls for 9 days and regularly aggregates up to 123mm (4.84") of precipitation.

April and May, with an average sea temperature of 30°C (86°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Kuramathi.

In Kuramathi, Maldives, the average seawater temperature in April is 30°C (86°F). The surface water temperatures above 30°C (86°F) are arguably considered as unpleasant for swimming, and any intense water activity, as the refreshing effect of water is missing.

In Kuramathi, Maldives, the average day length in April is 12h and 13min.

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:13 +05.

In Kuramathi, Maldives, the average sunshine duration in April is 9h.

January through May, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Kuramathi.

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Kuramathi is 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in April
Kuramathi, Maldives

Average high temperature in April: 31°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February, March, April and May (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (30°C).

Average low temperature in April: 26°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are April, May and June (26°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March, July, August, September, October, November and December (25°C).

Average rainfall in April
Kuramathi, Maldives

Average rainfall in April: 123mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (226mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (66mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Kuramathi, Maldives

Average rainfall days in April: 9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May, August, September and October (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Kuramathi, Maldives

Average sea temperature in April: 30°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are April and May (30°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, October and December (28°C).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Kuramathi, Maldives

Average daylight in April: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in April: 9h

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h).

Average UV index in April
Kuramathi, Maldives

Average UV index in April: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and November (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and December (UV index 11).