April weather forecastNamchaw, Myanmar

Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Namchaw, Myanmar, is another tropical spring month, with an average temperature varying between 19.6°C (67.3°F) and 34.1°C (93.4°F).

Temperature

The coming of April brings a minor shift in Namchaw's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from March's tropical 31°C (87.8°F) to a still hot 34.1°C (93.4°F). April nights present a stark temperature decrease to a refreshing 19.6°C (67.3°F).

Heat index

For April, the heat index is appraised at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. 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 particularly important for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Namchaw, the average relative humidity in April is 53%.

Rainfall

In Namchaw, during April, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 185.4 rainfall days, and 1316mm (51.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:38 +0630.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Namchaw is 11h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 7, April is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in April translates into this advice:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.