April weather forecast
Pitipana, Sri Lanka

April, the same as March, in Pitipana, Sri Lanka, is another hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32°C (89.6°F) and an average low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

Entering April, Pitipana's average high-temperature reads a still hot 32°C (89.6°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. Throughout April, Pitipana witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for April is computed to be a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. 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. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Pitipana is 77%.

Rainfall

In Pitipana, during April, the rain falls for 23.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 112mm (4.41") of precipitation. In Pitipana, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.4 days and collects up to 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Pitipana, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January through April, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July, September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.