April weather forecast
Male, Maldives

April, like March, is another tropical spring month in Male, Maldives, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.4°C (79.5°F) and 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

With an average high-temperature of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F), April is the warmest month.

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is calculated to be a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like', 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature', or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Additional factors like activity, pregnancy, differences in body mass, height, and shape, and clothing affect individual temperature impact. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. If the body can not disperse the excessive heat and body temperature reaches conditions of hyperthermia, above 37.5°C (99.5°F) to 38.3°C (100.9°F), thermal conditions are potentially life-threatening.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Male, Maldives, is 78.1%.

Rainfall

In Male, during 9.1 rainfall days, 132mm (5.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.7 rainfall days, and 1949mm (76.73") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

With an average sea temperature of 29.9°C (85.8°F), April is the month with the warmest seawater.
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

Daylight

In Male, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:11 +05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 12 translate into the following recommendations:
Take all required precautions, as unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.