April weather forecastWindhoek, Namibia
April
Weather in April
April marks a pronounced departure from the preceding wet months, introducing drier and slightly cooler weather to Windhoek. The marked drop in rainfall, from 54mm (2.13") in March to a meagre 19mm (0.75") in April, initiates the onset of the dry season. Correspondingly, the level of humidity falls, making the city landscapes less verdant but no less striking. Sunshine days significantly rise, offering residents and tourists increased opportunities to take advantage of outdoor activities. The trend of falling temperatures and dwindling rain is set to continue into May.Temperature
The advent of April denotes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.5°C (76.1°F), subtly different from March's 26.4°C (79.5°F). Windhoek reports a consistent average low-temperature of 12.8°C (55°F) throughout April nights.Humidity
The average relative humidity in April is 48%.Rainfall
In Windhoek, during April, the rain falls for 9.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 80.2 rainfall days, and 304mm (11.97") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 11h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:27 CAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April in Windhoek is 9.5h.UV index
In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In April, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Windhoek, Namibia
- Average high temperature in April: 24.5°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (29.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (19.8°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 12.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (18.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6°C).
Average pressure in April
Windhoek, Namibia
- Average pressure in April: 1015.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.7mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Windhoek, Namibia
- Average wind speed in April: 9.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (9.3km/h).
Average humidity in April
Windhoek, Namibia
- Average humidity in April: 48%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (51%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (19%).
Average rainfall in April
Windhoek, Namibia
- Average rainfall in April: 19mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (102mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Windhoek, Namibia
- Average rainfall days in April: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is February (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Windhoek, Namibia
- Average daylight in April: 11h and 36min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in April
Windhoek, Namibia
- Average sunshine days in April: 19.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).
Average UV index in April
Windhoek, Namibia
- Average UV index in April: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in April
Windhoek, Namibia
- Average cloud cover in April: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 22).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in April
Windhoek, 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).
