April weather forecast
Petit Bel Air, Mauritius

This month signifies a noticeable shift in the climatic pattern. The mean temperature dips down to 27.1°C (80.8°F). With a furhter decrease in rainfall, standing at 44mm (1.73"), April nudges towards less wet yet humid conditions in Petit Bel Air. This transition is accompanied by a slight reduction in daylight hours and a faltering sunshine duration. Despite the increasing cloud cover, visibility remains unscathed. Consequently, April remains an ideal time to explore the outdoors, with lessened chances of a rain disruption.

Temperature

The transition into April in Petit Bel Air reveals an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.1°C (80.8°F), mirroring a close resemblance to March. Petit Bel Air maintains a consistent average nighttime low-temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) throughout April.

Heat index

April's average heat index is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). If one persists in activity during exposure, it could induce weariness and subsequently, heat cramps.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Petit Bel Air is 77%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 17.7 days. Throughout April, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. In Petit Bel Air, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.8 days and collects up to 550mm (21.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of April, in Petit Bel Air, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 17:47 +04.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Petit Bel Air is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Petit Bel Air are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during April translates into the following guidance:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total 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.