April weather forecast
Mabalane, Mozambique

In April, Mabalane experiences further cooling, with the temperature highs dropping to 28.8°C (83.8°F). Coupled with the decreased wind speeds, inhabitants witness a noticeable change in the climate. Despite the slightly cooler temperatures, the relative humidity maintains consistency with previous months. Residents look forward to a decrease in rain time, leading to a slightly drier season. However, the cloud cover reduces slightly, maintaining a sunny outlook for most days.

Temperature

April in Mabalane registers an average high-temperature of a warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), slightly varied from March's 31.6°C (88.9°F). Mabalane, in April, witnesses an average low-temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F).

Heat index

For April, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Mabalane is 73%.

Rainfall

In Mabalane, in April, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 140.1 rainfall days, and 413mm (16.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Mabalane is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of April in Mabalane, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:23 CAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, April has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in April translates into this advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.