April weather forecastSelous, Zimbabwe

April

Weather in April

April, like March, in Selous, Zimbabwe, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 27°C (80.6°F) and min 14.7°C (58.5°F).

Temperature

April's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F), barely different from March's 27.9°C (82.2°F). Selous notes a substantial temperature decline from the daytime peaks throughout April, with an average nighttime temperature of 14.7°C (58.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 66%.

Rainfall

In Selous, in April, during 11.9 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Selous, Zimbabwe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.9 days and collects up to 608mm (23.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 11h and 41min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:39 CAT.

Sunshine

April has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.

Frequently asked questions

Selous in April has an average high-temperature of 27°C (80.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 14.7°C (58.5°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 29°C (84.2°F).

In April, the average relative humidity is 66%.

In Selous, in April, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation.

In April, the average day length in Selous is 11h and 41min.

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:39 CAT.

April has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

In April, the average sunshine duration in Selous is 7.4h.

In Selous, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average high temperature in April: 27°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (33.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 14.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (19.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9.8°C).

Average pressure in April
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average pressure in April: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1022mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average wind speed in April: 10.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (12.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in April
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average humidity in April: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (32%).

Average rainfall in April
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average rainfall in April: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (173mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average rainfall days in April: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (24.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average daylight in April: 11h and 42min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 7h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in April
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average sunshine days in April: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average UV index in April: 6

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

Average cloud cover in April
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average cloud cover in April: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in April
Selous, Zimbabwe

  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (9km).