April weather forecast
Swakopmund, Namibia

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Weather in April

Moving into April, Swakopmund presents the hottest temperatures ranging from 19.1°C (66.4°F) up to 23.5°C (74.3°F). The heat is mitigated by falling humidity levels and a notable drop in sea temperatures. Combined with relatively fewer daylight hours, it offers respite from the warmer daytime values. As in previous months, rainfall doesn't play a strong role, effectively making this month the beginning of the dry season.

Temperature

April, on average, is the warmest month in Swakopmund, registering a high temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F) and a low of 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Humidity

In Swakopmund, the average relative humidity in April is 63%.

Rainfall

In April, in Swakopmund, the rain falls for 3.7 days. Throughout April, 5mm (0.2") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Swakopmund, there are 24.7 rainfall days, and 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Swakopmund, the average seawater temperature in April is 17.6°C (63.7°F).
Note: Most people find swimming in 17.6°C (63.7°F) to be not enjoyable. The control of one's breathing becomes more challenging as the water temperature drops below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 11h and 34min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 18:36 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is April, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during April leads to these advisories:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Swakopmund?

Swakopmund's temperatures peak on average in April, reaching 23.5°C (74.3°F) at their highest and 19.1°C (66.4°F) at their lowest.

What is the average April temperature in Swakopmund?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Swakopmund during April are 23.5°C (74.3°F) and 19.1°C (66.4°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April in Swakopmund?

The average relative humidity in April in Swakopmund is 63%.

How many days does it rain in April in Swakopmund?

In Swakopmund, in April, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation.

How cold is the water in April in Swakopmund?

In April, the average sea temperature in Swakopmund, Namibia, is 17.6°C (63.7°F). For most, swimming in 17.6°C (63.7°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in April in Swakopmund?

In April, the average day length in Swakopmund, Namibia, is 11h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Swakopmund?

On the first day of April in Swakopmund, Namibia, sunrise is at 07:09 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 18:36 CAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Swakopmund?

The month with the least sunshine in Swakopmund, Namibia, is April, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Swakopmund have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Swakopmund, Namibia, is 9.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Swakopmund?

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Swakopmund?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Swakopmund is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in April
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average temperature in April - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average high temperature in April: 23.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (23.5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are September and October (20°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 19.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (19.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (14°C).

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Average pressure in April
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average pressure in April - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average pressure in April: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average wind speed in April - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average wind speed in April: 15.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (14.3km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average humidity in April - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average humidity in April: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

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Average rainfall in April
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average rainfall in April - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average rainfall in April: 5mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and March (10mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average rainfall days in April - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average rainfall days in April: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.2 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average sea temperature in April - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average sea temperature in April: 17.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (13.6°C).

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

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are August, September, October, November and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average sunshine days in April - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average sunshine days in April: 25.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (22.6 days).

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Average UV index in April
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average UV index in April - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in April
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average cloud cover in April - Swakopmund, Namibia
  • Average cloud cover in April: 9

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 17).
The months with the least cloud cover are May, June and July (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in April
Swakopmund, Namibia

Average visibility in April - Swakopmund, 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).

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