April weather forecastRuacana, Namibia

April

Weather in April

April marks a significant drop in both temperature and rainfall. Rain showers decrease dramatically to a minimal 19mm (0.75"), while temperatures experience a minimal reduction. The decrease in cloud cover allows for increased sunshine, averaging 9.4 hours daily. Although wind speeds now peak, their maximum speed is around just 10.7km/h (6.6mph), reducing as the month progresses. With the decline in rainfall, April lays down the transition from a warm, wet summer to a cooler, drier winter in Ruacana.

Temperature

The advent of April observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), nearly identical to March's 30.2°C (86.4°F). During April, Ruacana witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 46%.

Rainfall

April is the last month it rains in Ruacana. During 9 rainfall days, in April, Ruacana aggregates 19mm (0.75") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 100.8 rainfall days, and 379mm (14.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ruacana, the average length of the day in April is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 18:43 CAT.

Sunshine

In Ruacana, the average sunshine in April is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in April, in Ruacana, records 30.1°C (86.2°F), while the low-temperature is 20.1°C (68.2°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

In April, the average relative humidity is 46%.

April is the last month it rains. During 9 rainfall days, in April, Ruacana aggregates 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.

In April, the average day length is 11h and 42min.

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 18:43 CAT.

In Ruacana, Namibia, the average sunshine duration in April is 9.4h.

In Ruacana, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Ruacana, Namibia

  • Average high temperature in April: 30.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 20.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (11.3°C).

Average pressure in April
Ruacana, Namibia

  • Average pressure in April: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Ruacana, Namibia

  • Average wind speed in April: 10.7km/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 (9.4km/h).

Average humidity in April
Ruacana, Namibia

  • Average humidity in April: 46%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (18%).

Average rainfall in April
Ruacana, Namibia

  • Average rainfall in April: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (83mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May, June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Ruacana, Namibia

  • Average rainfall days in April: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 42min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 24min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Ruacana, Namibia

  • Average sunshine days in April: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10 days).

Average UV index in April
Ruacana, Namibia

  • Average UV index in April: 6

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

Average cloud cover in April
Ruacana, Namibia

  • Average cloud cover in April: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 28).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in April
Ruacana, 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).