April weather forecastPyongyang, North Korea

Weather in April

April brings more definitive marks of spring in Pyongyang, coinciding with a sharp hike in temperatures. These now peak at 17.1°C (62.8°F), introducing a warmth that citizens welcome after the harsh cold of the previous months. There is a corresponding uptick in the rainfall, with accumulations reaching up to 50mm (1.97"). Despite the increasing frequency of showers, which persist for an average of 6.7 days, Pyongyang’s inhabitants enjoy longer daylight hours of approximately 13.2 hours. This balance of sun and rain pushes the city full tilt into spring, initiating growth and multiplication in the local flora.

Temperature

April signals a considerable rise in Pyongyang's average high-temperature, advancing from a chilly 8.9°C (48°F) in March to a refreshing 17.1°C (62.8°F). Despite drastic daytime highs, Pyongyang logs an average low-temperature reading of 4.9°C (40.8°F) throughout April.

Rainfall

In April, in Pyongyang, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout April, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 89.9 rainfall days, and 940mm (37.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Pyongyang, North Korea, is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 19:28 KST.

Sunshine

April through June, with an average of 8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

In Pyongyang, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.