April weather forecast
Molagoda, Sri Lanka

April, the same as March, in Molagoda, Sri Lanka, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 31.2°C (88.2°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in April, at a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), reveals a modest deviation from March's 31.5°C (88.7°F). Molagoda experiences a mean temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) during April nights.

Heat index

The average heat index in April is appraised at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In Molagoda, the average relative humidity in April is 79%.

Rainfall

In Molagoda, Sri Lanka, during April, the rain falls for 27 days and regularly aggregates up to 152mm (5.98") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Molagoda, there are 278.9 rainfall days, and 1477mm (58.15") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:16 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.4h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Molagoda. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in April converts into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. 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. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.