Contents
- Weather in April
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in April
- Average pressure in April
- Average wind speed in April
- Average humidity in April
- Average rainfall in April
- Average rainfall days in April
- Average daylight in April
- Average sunshine in April
- Average sunshine days in April
- Average UV index in April
- Average cloud cover in April
- Average visibility in April
April
Weather in April
Temperature
March and April are identified as the warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F).Heat index
During April, the heat index is computed to be a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. 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 April, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In April, the rain falls for 24.4 days. Throughout April, 99mm (3.9") of precipitation is accumulated. In Katubedda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272.3 days and collects up to 2039mm (80.28") of precipitation.Daylight
In Katubedda, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 16min.On the first day of April, 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.
Sunshine
In Katubedda, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine in April is 9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes 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:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the warmest month in Katubedda?
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How much does it rain in Katubedda in April?
How many hours of daylight does Katubedda have in April?
When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Katubedda?
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When is the highest UV index in Katubedda?
What is the UV index intensity in April in Katubedda?
Average temperature in April
Katubedda, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in April: 31.4°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (31.4°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 (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.3°C).
Average pressure in April
Katubedda, 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 (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Katubedda, 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 (8km/h).
Average humidity in April
Katubedda, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in April: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (74%).
Average rainfall in April
Katubedda, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in April: 99mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (329mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (37mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Katubedda, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in April: 24.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Katubedda, 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 36min).
Average sunshine days in April
Katubedda, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in April: 4.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.4 days).
Average UV index in April
Katubedda, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in April: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, September, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in April
Katubedda, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in April: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in April
Katubedda, 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).
