April weather forecast
Ruangwa, Tanzania

April, like March, in Ruangwa, Tanzania, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°C (84.4°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Temperature

April's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Ruangwa sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in April, with an average low settling at a still moderately hot 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index in April is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. 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

With an average relative humidity of 82%, April is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Ruangwa, in April, it is raining for 25.2 days, with typically 129mm (5.08") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191.4 rainfall days, and 898mm (35.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:14 EAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

March, April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. 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. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.