April weather forecast
Gorakapola, Sri Lanka

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Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Gorakapola, Sri Lanka, is another hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

In Gorakapola, the months of March and April register the highest average temperatures, peaking at 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Gorakapola, the average relative humidity in April is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gorakapola, during April, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 127mm (5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 273.8 rainfall days, and 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of April, in Gorakapola, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

Sunshine

In Gorakapola, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine in April is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gorakapola are January through April, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
Resources | Updated: Feb 6, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Gorakapola?

In Gorakapola, Sri Lanka, the months of March and April register the average highest temperatures, peaking at 31.3°C (88.3°F).

How hot is April in Gorakapola?

During April, Gorakapola experiences an average high-temperature of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and a low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in April is estimated at 41°C (105.8°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Gorakapola?

In Gorakapola, the average relative humidity in April is 78%.

How much does it rain in Gorakapola in April?

In Gorakapola, in April, during 25.8 rainfall days, 127mm (5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

The average day length in April in Gorakapola, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Gorakapola?

On the first day of April in Gorakapola, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:18 +0530.

How long on average sun shines in April in Gorakapola?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Gorakapola, Sri Lanka, is 9h.

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

January through April, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Gorakapola, Sri Lanka.

How high is the UV index in April in Gorakapola?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Gorakapola is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Gorakapola, Sri Lanka

Average temperature in April - Gorakapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in April: 31.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 26°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°C).

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Average pressure in April
Gorakapola, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in April - Gorakapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in April: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Gorakapola, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in April - Gorakapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in April: 8.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (7.9km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Gorakapola, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in April - Gorakapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in April: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (75%).

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Average rainfall in April
Gorakapola, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in April - Gorakapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in April: 127mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (350mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Gorakapola, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in April - Gorakapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in April: 25.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (29.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Gorakapola, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Gorakapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Gorakapola, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in April - Gorakapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in April: 2.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (0.3 days).

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Average UV index in April
Gorakapola, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in April - Gorakapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in April: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and August (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in April
Gorakapola, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in April - Gorakapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in April: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in April
Gorakapola, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in April - Gorakapola, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).

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