April weather forecast
Medina, Saudi Arabia

By April, the trend of rising temperatures becomes more pronounced in Medina, marking the progression from mild springs to warmer summers. Long daylight hours begin to rule the days, inevitably adding to the heat. The city experiences a spike in the maximum temperature to a hot 35.3°C (95.5°F), despite receiving almost similar amounts of rainfall as in March, approximately 10mm (0.39"). Nights tend to be a little cooler, providing some respite from the increasing heat.

Temperature

In April, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a hot 30.6°C (87.1°F) in March to a torrid 35.3°C (95.5°F). Despite a stark disparity with daily highs, Medina records an average nighttime temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F) in April.

Humidity

In Medina, the average relative humidity in April is 22%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout April, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 24.6 rainfall days, and 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Medina is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of April, in Medina, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:50 +03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Medina is 10h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 12 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Execute all crucial precautions. Warding off sun exposure is non-negotiable. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Every two hours, apply and reapply an SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen, especially after swimming or engaging in outdoor activities.