April weather forecastFransfontein, Namibia

April

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is another warm autumn month in Fransfontein, Namibia, with an average temperature varying between 28°C (82.4°F) and 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Temperature

In Fransfontein, April's average high-temperature stands at a still warm 28°C (82.4°F), closely related to the preceding month. Fransfontein's nighttime temperature during April is consistently averaged at an enjoyable 16.5°C (61.7°F).

Heat index

April's average heat index is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F). With extended exposure and activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 44%.

Rainfall

In Fransfontein, in April, during 8.8 rainfall days, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 79.5 rainfall days, and 272mm (10.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 18:38 CAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Fransfontein is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during April leads to these instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in April, in Fransfontein, is 28°C (82.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 16.5°C (61.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in April is appraised at 28°C (82.4°F).

The average relative humidity in April is 44%.

In Fransfontein, Namibia, in April, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation.

In Fransfontein, the average day length in April is 11h and 38min.

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 18:38 CAT.

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.6h.

In Fransfontein, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Fransfontein, Namibia

  • Average high temperature in April: 28°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (23.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 16.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (20.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.8°C).

Average pressure in April
Fransfontein, Namibia

  • Average pressure in April: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Fransfontein, Namibia

  • Average wind speed in April: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (9km/h).

Average humidity in April
Fransfontein, Namibia

  • Average humidity in April: 44%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (51%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (21%).

Average rainfall in April
Fransfontein, Namibia

  • Average rainfall in April: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (82mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Fransfontein, Namibia

  • Average rainfall days in April: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Fransfontein, Namibia

  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Fransfontein, Namibia

  • Average sunshine days in April: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Fransfontein, Namibia

  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in April
Fransfontein, Namibia

  • Average cloud cover in April: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 21).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in April
Fransfontein, Namibia

  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).