April weather forecast
Katikamu, Uganda

April, like March, in Katikamu, Uganda, is another warm spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 17.4°C (63.3°F) and an average high of 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

April's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a hot 32.1°C (89.8°F) in March to a warm 29°C (84.2°F). April generally records an average low-temperature of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Heat index

April's heat index is appraised at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In Katikamu, the average relative humidity in April is 81%.

Rainfall

In April, in Katikamu, the rain falls for 24.8 days. Throughout April, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is accumulated. In Katikamu, Uganda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 248.5 days and collects up to 801mm (31.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Katikamu, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of April in Katikamu, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Katikamu are January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in April converts into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. 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.