April weather forecastMpika, Zambia
April
Weather in April
April in Mpika sees a notable decrease in rainfall to a mere 43mm (1.69"). The decline in the frequency of rain is also marked by a drop in temperature along with decreased humidity. Despite these variations, the amount of daylight and sunshine hours remain close to those in March. The winds continue their steady increase, both in terms of the average speed and gusts. With these conditions, April indicates the onset of the drier and cooler spells characteristic of the Zambian winter.Temperature
Transitioning into April, Mpika experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 23.3°C (73.9°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Mpika, during the month of April, experiences an average low-temperature of 14.4°C (57.9°F).Humidity
In Mpika, the average relative humidity in April is 86%.Rainfall
In Mpika, Zambia, in April, it is raining for 18.9 days, with typically 43mm (1.69") of accumulated precipitation. In Mpika, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.2 days and collects up to 1361mm (53.58") of precipitation.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day in Mpika is 11h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:42 CAT.
Sunshine
April has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.UV index
January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Mpika, Zambia
- Average high temperature in April: 23.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (21.9°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 14.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is November (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.7°C).
Average pressure in April
Mpika, Zambia
- Average pressure in April: 1014.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Mpika, Zambia
- Average wind speed in April: 10.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.4km/h).
Average humidity in April
Mpika, Zambia
- Average humidity in April: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (42%).
Average rainfall in April
Mpika, Zambia
- Average rainfall in April: 43mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (357mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (1mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Mpika, Zambia
- Average rainfall days in April: 18.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.5 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Mpika, Zambia
- Average daylight in April: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in April: 6h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in April
Mpika, Zambia
- Average sunshine days in April: 7.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0 days).
Average UV index in April
Mpika, Zambia
- Average UV index in April: 5
The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October and November (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in April
Mpika, Zambia
- Average cloud cover in April: 58
The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in April
Mpika, Zambia
- Average visibility in April: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).
