April weather forecastBukusi, Uganda

April

Weather in April

April, like March, in Bukusi, Uganda, is another warm spring month, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.9°C (62.4°F) and max 27.3°C (81.1°F).

Temperature

The advent of April brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a tropical 30.3°C (86.5°F) in March to a warm 27.3°C (81.1°F). Bukusi's nighttime temperature in April drops to an average of 16.9°C (62.4°F).

Heat index

April's average heat index is estimated at a hot 30°C (86°F). Uninterrupted exposure and activity might result in fatigue, potentially causing heat cramps.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Bukusi is 79%.

Rainfall

In Bukusi, Uganda, in April, during 28.8 rainfall days, 208mm (8.19") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bukusi, Uganda, there are 300.8 rainfall days, and 1573mm (61.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Bukusi, Uganda, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Bukusi, Uganda, is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bukusi are April through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in April converts into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in April, in Bukusi, is 27.3°C (81.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 16.9°C (62.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in April is estimated at 30°C (86°F).

The average relative humidity in April in Bukusi, Uganda, is 79%.

In April, in Bukusi, the rain falls for 28.8 days. Throughout April, 208mm (8.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Bukusi, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

The average day length in April is 12h and 8min.

On the first day of April in Bukusi, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:45 EAT.

In April, the average sunshine duration in Bukusi, Uganda, is 8.8h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Bukusi, Uganda, are April through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average high temperature in April: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (25.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 16.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (15.5°C).

Average pressure in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average pressure in April: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average wind speed in April: 5.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average humidity in April: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (55%).

Average rainfall in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average rainfall in April: 208mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (257mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (36mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average rainfall days in April: 28.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average snowfall in April: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average snowfall days in April: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average sunshine days in April: 0.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.2 days).

Average UV index in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, September, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and October (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average cloud cover in April: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in April
Bukusi, Uganda

  • Average visibility in April: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May and June (8km).