April weather forecast
Mpika, Zambia

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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

The start of April marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in March. An average nighttime temperature of 14.4°C (57.9°F) is noted during the month of April.

Humidity

In Mpika, the average relative humidity in April is 86%.

Rainfall

In Mpika, Zambia, in April, during 18.9 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175.2 rainfall days, and 1361mm (53.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day 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

The month with the least sunshine in Mpika, Zambia, is April, 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 moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Mpika?

During April, Mpika experiences an average high-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F) and a low-temperature of 14.4°C (57.9°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Mpika?

The average relative humidity in April is 86%.

How many days does it rain in April in Mpika?

In April, the rain falls for 18.9 days. Throughout April, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Mpika have in April?

In April, the average day length is 11h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Mpika?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, in Mpika, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:42 CAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Mpika?

April has the least sunshine of the year in Mpika, with an average of 6.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mpika have in April?

In Mpika, Zambia, the average sunshine duration in April is 6.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mpika?

The months with the lowest UV index in Mpika, Zambia, are January through July and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Mpika?

In Mpika, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Mpika, Zambia

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).

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Average pressure in April
Mpika, Zambia

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).

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Average wind speed in April
Mpika, Zambia

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).

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Average humidity in April
Mpika, Zambia

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%).

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Average rainfall in April
Mpika, Zambia

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).

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Average rainfall days in April
Mpika, Zambia

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).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Mpika, Zambia

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Mpika, Zambia
  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 5min

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 5min

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).

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Average sunshine days in April
Mpika, Zambia

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).

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Average UV index in April
Mpika, Zambia

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).

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Average cloud cover in April
Mpika, Zambia

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).

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Average visibility in April
Mpika, Zambia

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).

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