April weather forecast
Madapathala, Sri Lanka

April, the same as March, in Madapathala, Sri Lanka, is a hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.3°C (86.5°F) and an average low of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Temperature

Madapathala's temperature peaks during March and April, with an average high-temperature of 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index in April is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight 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 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 78%.

Rainfall

In Madapathala, during April, the rain falls for 26.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 134mm (5.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 286.9 rainfall days, and 1974mm (77.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Madapathala, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of April in Madapathala, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:16 +0530.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Madapathala is April, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Madapathala are January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during April translates into the following guidance:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.