April weather forecast
Akum, Uganda

April, like March, in Akum, Uganda, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.2°C (64.8°F) and max 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

The onset of April brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a hot 33°C (91.4°F) in March to a warm 29.6°C (85.3°F). Akum experiences a steady low-temperature of 18.2°C (64.8°F) throughout April.

Heat index

In April, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In Akum, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In April, in Akum, the rain falls for 26.3 days. Throughout April, 153mm (6.02") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Akum, there are 267.3 rainfall days, and 1415mm (55.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Akum, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:46 EAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.