April weather forecastSamsun, Turkey

Weather in April

Well into spring, April marks a significant increase in temperature, daylight, and sunshine hours in the city of Samsun, Turkey. There's a marked decline in the frequency of rainy days, suggestive of drier conditions compared to previous months. The transition of weather from March's cold climes gets a populist approval with a significant rise in mercury from 15.3°C (59.5°F) to 8°C (46.4°F), sculpting the climate in its spring attires. The UV index starts rising, signaling the need for protection against direct sunlight. April is a month of weather change, a prelude to the pervasive summer season.

Temperature

The arrival of April introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a cool 12°C (53.6°F) in March to a mild 15.3°C (59.5°F). An average temperature of 8°C (46.4°F) marks the nights in Samsun in April.

Humidity

In Samsun, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

Rainfall

In Samsun, in April, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Samsun, during the entire year, the rain falls for 92 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Samsun, Turkey, in April, the average water temperature is 10.1°C (50.2°F).
Note: Swimming in 10.1°C (50.2°F) feels unbearing at 13°C (55.4°F) and can be life-risking below 10°C (50°F), causing breathing issues and cold shock, depending on a person's capacity.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 19:31 +03.

Sunshine

In Samsun, Turkey, the average sunshine in April is 5h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.