April weather forecastLukla, Nepal

The valley village of Lukla, Nepal, overlooking the beautiful Himalayas, viewed from Khumbu ValleyThe valley village of Lukla, Nepal, overlooking the beautiful Himalayas, viewed from Khumbu Valley

April

Weather in April

April displays an uptick in Lukla’s spring progression with temperatures peaking at 2.7°C (36.9°F), marking the much-awaited alleviation from winter’s sharp chill. Progression in climate blends warmer days, low pressure, and an increase in relative humidity, attaining 66% this month. Preceding the full onset of summer, May will introduce higher temperatures and significantly more rain. Despite the slight fluctuations, weather in April maintains an agreeable balance, without any sudden, drastic changes. The shift towards summer is gradual, advancing at a pace that the inhabitants and the natural environment can adapt to.

Temperature

The start of April brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from March's subzero cold -0.4°C (31.3°F) to a wintry 2.7°C (36.9°F). In April, the recorded average low-temperature is a subzero cold -7.2°C (19°F).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Lukla is 66%.

Rainfall

In Lukla, in April, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.5 rainfall days, and 1206mm (47.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In April, it is snowing for 21.5 days. Throughout April, 488mm (19.21") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lukla, there are 164.6 snowfall days, and 3156mm (124.25") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lukla, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 6:31 pm +0545.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.9h of sunshine, April has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in April translates into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

During April, Lukla experiences an average high-temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F) and a low-temperature of -7.2°C (19°F).

The average relative humidity in April is 66%.

In Lukla, in April, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation.

In Lukla, in April, during 21.5 snowfall days, 488mm (19.21") of snow is typically accumulated.

In April, the average day length is 12h and 50min.

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 6:31 pm +0545.

The month with the most sunshine is April, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

In April, the average sunshine duration is 10.9h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average high temperature in April: 2.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: -7.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.7°C).

Average pressure in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average pressure in April: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.3mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average wind speed in April: 10.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6km/h).

Average humidity in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average humidity in April: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (41%).

Average rainfall in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average rainfall in April: 69mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (312mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (8mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average rainfall days in April: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (31 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average snowfall in April: 488mm

The month with the highest snowfall is May (614mm).
The month with the least snowfall is November (51mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average snowfall days in April: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is December (3.7 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average sunshine days in April: 5.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0 days).

Average UV index in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average UV index in April: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
The month with the lowest UV index is May (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average cloud cover in April: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in April
Lukla, Nepal

  • Average visibility in April: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (7km).