April weather forecast
Christmas Island

In April, Christmas Island transitions further towards the dry season, with a noticeable decrease in rainfall compared to the earlier months. Nevertheless, the rainfall remains relatively high, typically exceeding 120mm (4.72") for the month. The temperature during April stays relatively constant, fluctuating between 24°C (75.2°F) to 26°C (78.8°F).

Flying Fish Cove, the primary settlement on the island, experiences weather conditions in line with the rest of the island. Rain showers become less frequent and less intense as the month progresses. The presence of cloudy skies gradually decreases, giving way to more clear sky days towards the end of the month.

In comparison to March, April brings a further reduction in rainfall. The temperature remains relatively steady, showing minor variation from the preceding month or the upcoming month of May. These consistent conditions underline the tropical monsoon climate of the island, with no substantial shifts in temperature. The duration of daylight remains relatively consistent, with sunrise around 6:00 AM and sunset close to 6:00 PM.

Wildlife activity continues to be vibrant in April. The decreased rainfall offers increasingly reliable conditions for outdoor activities and exploration. However, as is the case in all transition months, plans may still require some flexibility to accommodate potential rainfall.

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• Flying Fish Cove - April »
  In April, the rain falls for 23.3 days. April nights in Flying Fish Cove reflect a consistent temperature dip to a still moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F), a slight descent from daytime peaks.
• Christmas Island - April »
  The months with the highest UV index in Christmas Island are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12. The months with the highest UV index in Christmas Island are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
• Drumsite - April »
  April in Drumsite sees a continuation of the previous month's dynamics with a noticeable dip in temperature and sunlight hours, making it a more cool and cloudy month. On the last day of April, in Drumsite sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:46 +07.
• South Point - April »
  On the first day of April in South Point sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:01. January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in South Point, Christmas Island.