April weather forecast
Visakhapatnam, India

In April, Visakhapatnam embraces summer. With a discernible escalation in temperature, the sun blazes hotter and longer, with days extending to an average of 12.5 hours. The peak temperature scales up markedly from 26.1°C (79°F) to 35.3°C (95.5°F), rendering this month notably warmer. As the city navigates through April, the increasing frequency and volume of rainfall start hinting at the approaching monsoon.

Temperature

The introduction of April notes a subtle temperature variation to a torrid 35.3°C (95.5°F) from March's 33.8°C (92.8°F). Visakhapatnam's nighttime temperature in April falls to an average of 26.1°C (79°F).

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 52°C (125.6°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Visakhapatnam, in April, it is raining for 1.2 days, with typically 26mm (1.02") of accumulated precipitation. In Visakhapatnam, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 52 days and collects up to 1119mm (44.06") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Visakhapatnam, in April, the average water temperature is 29°C (84.2°F).
Note: Between the temperatures of 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F), water is considered very warm, providing pleasure in water activities without discomfort over lengthy periods.

Daylight

In Visakhapatnam, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 6:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 6:17 pm IST.

Sunshine

January, February and April, with an average of 9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 12 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Practice every essential safety step. People with fair skin could receive burns in fewer than 5 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise. Be wary! Reflections from sand and water make UV radiation more intense.