April weather forecastMinipe, Sri Lanka

April

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is a moderately hot spring month in Minipe, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 17.9°C (64.2°F) and max 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

April brings the highest temperatures, with an average high of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and an average low of 17.9°C (64.2°F).

Heat index

For April, the heat index is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Fatigue might occur with continuous exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 85%.

Rainfall

In Minipe, in April, during 27.2 rainfall days, 273mm (10.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Minipe, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.4 days and collects up to 2784mm (109.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Minipe is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:14 +0530.

Sunshine

In Minipe, the average sunshine in April is 8.3h.

UV index

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Minipe. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during April morphs into the following directions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

April stands out as Minipe's warmest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low of 17.9°C (64.2°F).

April temperatures in Minipe vary between a high-temperature of 27.6°C (81.7°F) and a low-temperature of 17.9°C (64.2°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

In April, the average relative humidity is 85%.

In April, in Minipe, the rain falls for 27.2 days. Throughout April, 273mm (10.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in April in Minipe is 12h and 17min.

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, in Minipe, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:14 +0530.

In Minipe, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.3h.

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Minipe, Sri Lanka

  • Average high temperature in April: 27.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (27.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 17.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.3°C).

Average pressure in April
Minipe, Sri Lanka

  • Average pressure in April: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Minipe, Sri Lanka

  • Average wind speed in April: 3.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (3.3km/h).

Average humidity in April
Minipe, Sri Lanka

  • Average humidity in April: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in April
Minipe, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall in April: 273mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (656mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (85mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Minipe, Sri Lanka

  • Average rainfall days in April: 27.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.3 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Minipe, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Minipe, Sri Lanka

  • Average sunshine days in April: 1.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (11 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Minipe, Sri Lanka

  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in April
Minipe, Sri Lanka

  • Average cloud cover in April: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in April
Minipe, Sri Lanka

  • Average visibility in April: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (6km).