April weather forecast
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in April

April ushers in a more humid, wetter climate in Bunia with a noticeable hike in rainfall and cloud cover. The slight increase in temperature combined with the higher levels of humidity can result in a somewhat sticky atmosphere. Fortunately, the increased cloud cover coincides with a slight rise in wind speeds which can offer a refreshing change. The city’s ultraviolet index, however, remains constant denoting a steady exposure to UV radiation. During April, the mean high temperature registers at around 28.3°C (82.9°F), with the city recording rainfall up to 166mm (6.54").

Temperature

With the onset of April, a modest change to a moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F) from March's 30°C (86°F) is noted in high-temperature. Bunia's average low-temperature in April is measured at a refreshing 17.9°C (64.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index in April is estimated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). If exposure and ongoing activity persist, they might induce a state of tiredness and heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Bunia, during April, the rain falls for 24.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 166mm (6.54") of precipitation. In Bunia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 270.6 days and collects up to 1854mm (72.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of April, in Bunia, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.9h of sunshine, April has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during April translates into the following guidance:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in April?

The average high-temperature, in April, in Bunia, is 28.3°C (82.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in April is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Bunia?

The average relative humidity in April is 77%.

How many days does it rain in April?

In Bunia, in April, during 24.8 rainfall days, 166mm (6.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bunia have in April?

In April, the average day length is 12h and 9min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:01 CAT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 10.9h of sunshine, April has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in April?

The average sunshine duration in April in Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 10.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

January through May, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In Bunia, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in April - Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in April: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 17.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (19.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are June, July and August (16.8°C).

Average pressure in April
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in April - Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in April: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.8mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in April - Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in April: 5.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (5.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in April
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in April - Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in April: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (55%).

Average rainfall in April
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in April - Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in April: 166mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (241mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (42mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in April - Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in April: 24.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.1 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in April - Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in April: 3.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average UV index in April - Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in April
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in April - Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in April: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are May, August and October (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in April
Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in April - Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in April: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, August, September and October (8km).

Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo

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