Contents
- Weather in April
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in April
- Average pressure in April
- Average wind speed in April
- Average humidity in April
- Average rainfall in April
- Average rainfall days in April
- Average daylight in April
- Average sunshine in April
- Average sunshine days in April
- Average UV index in April
- Average cloud cover in April
- Average visibility in April
Weather in April
Temperature
Pothuhera's warmest month, April, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 32.9°C (91.2°F) to a low of 22°C (71.6°F).Heat index
April's heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
In Pothuhera, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.Rainfall
In Pothuhera, in April, during 24.7 rainfall days, 120mm (4.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pothuhera, there are 217.7 rainfall days, and 1165mm (45.87") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in April in Pothuhera 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, in Pothuhera, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:17 +0530.
Sunshine
In Pothuhera, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine in April is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the warmest months in Pothuhera?
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When are sunrise and sunset in April in Pothuhera?
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When is the highest UV index in Pothuhera?
What is the UV index reading in April in Pothuhera?
Average temperature in April
Pothuhera, Sri Lanka
- Average high temperature in April: 32.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (32.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.6°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 22°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (23°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.9°C).
Average pressure in April
Pothuhera, Sri Lanka
- Average pressure in April: 1009.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1007.9mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Pothuhera, Sri Lanka
- Average wind speed in April: 5.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (5.6km/h).
Average humidity in April
Pothuhera, Sri Lanka
- Average humidity in April: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and September (72%).
Average rainfall in April
Pothuhera, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall in April: 120mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (267mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (29mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Pothuhera, Sri Lanka
- Average rainfall days in April: 24.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Pothuhera, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in April: 12h and 2min
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: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in April
Pothuhera, Sri Lanka
- Average sunshine days in April: 4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (4 days).
Average UV index in April
Pothuhera, Sri Lanka
- Average UV index in April: 7
The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in April
Pothuhera, Sri Lanka
- Average cloud cover in April: 31
The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in April
Pothuhera, Sri Lanka
- Average visibility in April: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, November and December (8km).
Pothuhera, Sri Lanka
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