April weather forecast
Rutenga, Zimbabwe

April

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is a moderately hot autumn month in Rutenga, Zimbabwe, with temperature in the range of an average low of 16.9°C (62.4°F) and an average high of 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

April experiences an average high-temperature of a warm 28.9°C (84°F), barely different from March's 30.7°C (87.3°F). Rutenga reports a steady low-temperature average of 16.9°C (62.4°F) throughout April, revealing a large deviation from the daytime high.

Heat index

The heat index value for April is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to 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 Rutenga, the average relative humidity in April is 70%.

Rainfall

In Rutenga, in April, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation. In Rutenga, Zimbabwe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.2 days and collects up to 438mm (17.24") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Rutenga is 11h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:34 CAT.

Sunshine

April has the least sunshine of the year in Rutenga, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during April translates into the following directions:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is April?
April temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F) and a low-temperature of 16.9°C (62.4°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in April?
In April, the average relative humidity is 70%.
How much does it rain in April?
In Rutenga, Zimbabwe, in April, during 13 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Rutenga have in April?
In Rutenga, the average day length in April is 11h and 36min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in April?
On the first day of April in Rutenga, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 17:34 CAT.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
April has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in April?
In Rutenga, the average sunshine duration in April is 6.1h.
What is the UV index intensity in April?
In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April - Rutenga, Zimbabwe
Average temperature in April
Rutenga, Zimbabwe
  • Average high temperature in April: 28.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (33.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 16.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (21.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (12.6°C).

Average pressure in April - Rutenga, Zimbabwe
Average pressure in April
Rutenga, Zimbabwe
  • Average pressure in April: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1023.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in April - Rutenga, Zimbabwe
Average wind speed in April
Rutenga, Zimbabwe
  • Average wind speed in April: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (6.2km/h).

Average humidity in April - Rutenga, Zimbabwe
Average humidity in April
Rutenga, Zimbabwe
  • Average humidity in April: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (45%).

Average rainfall in April - Rutenga, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall in April
Rutenga, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall in April: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (105mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (3mm).

Average rainfall days in April - Rutenga, Zimbabwe
Average rainfall days in April
Rutenga, Zimbabwe
  • Average rainfall days in April: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (4.1 days).

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Rutenga, Zimbabwe
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Rutenga, Zimbabwe
  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April - Rutenga, Zimbabwe
Average sunshine days in April
Rutenga, Zimbabwe
  • Average sunshine days in April: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.8 days).

Average UV index in April - Rutenga, Zimbabwe
Average UV index in April
Rutenga, Zimbabwe
  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and June (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in April - Rutenga, Zimbabwe
Average cloud cover in April
Rutenga, Zimbabwe
  • Average cloud cover in April: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in April - Rutenga, Zimbabwe
Average visibility in April
Rutenga, Zimbabwe
  • Average visibility in April: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

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