April weather forecast
Galahitiyawa, Sri Lanka

April, the same as March, in Galahitiyawa, Sri Lanka, is another hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32°C (89.6°F) and 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

The unfolding of April shows an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), indicating a slight variance from March's 32.1°C (89.8°F). Galahitiyawa's temperature lowers to a mean of 26°C (78.8°F) during the nights in April.

Heat index

For April, the heat index is computed to be a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Galahitiyawa is 77%.

Rainfall

In Galahitiyawa, in April, during 23.4 rainfall days, 112mm (4.41") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Galahitiyawa, there are 265.4 rainfall days, and 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Galahitiyawa, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

January through April, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Galahitiyawa.

UV index

January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Galahitiyawa. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.