April weather forecastKutkai, Myanmar

Weather in April

Considerably warmer than March, April is another month with an increase in maximum temperature, reaching as high as 32.3°C (90.1°F). It is also the beginning of the monsoonal season, bringing in occasional thunderstorms. The increase in overall humidity, precipitation, and cloud cover during this month is significant. Wind flow still stays light to moderate, without causing any serious disruptions. Longer daylight hours make it a brighter time of the year.

Temperature

Temperature readings reach their annual highs in April, averaging 32.3°C (90.1°F) and a minimum average of 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index for April is appraised at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 50%.

Rainfall

In Kutkai, during April, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kutkai, there are 188.8 rainfall days, and 999mm (39.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Kutkai, Myanmar, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Kutkai is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of April in Kutkai, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:25 +0630.

Sunshine

April has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kutkai, Myanmar, are March through June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.