April weather forecastMaitipe, Sri Lanka

April

Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Maitipe, Sri Lanka, is another tropical spring month, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°C (79.5°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Temperature

The temperature hits its peak in March and April, recording an average high-temperature of 30.3°C (86.5°F).

Heat index

April's mean heat index is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Maitipe, in April, during 26.2 rainfall days, 134mm (5.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 286.9 rainfall days, and 1974mm (77.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in April converts into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.

Updated: Aug 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

March and April bring Maitipe's average highest temperatures, reaching a high of 30.3°C (86.5°F).

In April, in Maitipe, the average high-temperature is 30.3°C (86.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in April is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).

The average relative humidity in April is 78%.

In April, the rain falls for 26.2 days. Throughout April, 134mm (5.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

In April, the average day length is 12h and 16min.

In April, on the first day of the month, 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.

April has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.3h.

January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In Maitipe, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M April M J J A S O N D

Mar

April

May

Average high temperature

30.3°C

29.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.6km/h

10.8km/h

17km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

6.9

1.5

1.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Maitipe, Sri Lanka

Average high temperature in April: 30.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (30.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (28.3°C).

Average low temperature in April: 26.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24°C).

Average pressure in April
Maitipe, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in April: 1009.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Maitipe, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in April: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (20.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in April
Maitipe, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in April: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (77%).

Average rainfall in April
Maitipe, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in April: 134mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (302mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Maitipe, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in April: 26.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.8 days).

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

Average daylight in April: 12h and 18min

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 48min).

Average sunshine in April: 9h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Maitipe, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in April: 1.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (1 days).

Average UV index in April
Maitipe, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in April: 7

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

Average cloud cover in April
Maitipe, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in April: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in April
Maitipe, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in April: 10km

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