April weather forecast
Maskeliya, Sri Lanka

April, like March, is a hot spring month in Maskeliya, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.1°C (70°F) and an average high of 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

Maskeliya experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 30°C (86°F) with the onset of April, subtly varied from March's 31.1°C (88°F). In the month of April, Maskeliya witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 21.1°C (70°F).

Heat index

The heat index in April is evaluated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified 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 in Maskeliya is 86%.

Rainfall

In Maskeliya, in April, it is raining for 29.4 days, with typically 248mm (9.76") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Maskeliya, there are 317.3 rainfall days, and 2422mm (95.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Maskeliya is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of April in Maskeliya, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:15 +0530.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.4h of sunshine, April has the most sunshine of the year in Maskeliya.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Maskeliya are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during April translates into the following directions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.