April weather forecast
Mhlume, Swaziland

April brings a noticeable change in Mhlume’s weather, as it makes a shift towards the cooler half of the year. The mercury plummets from previous months, with a bare minimum of 18.8°C (65.8°F) and a high falling to 28.2°C (82.8°F). The number of days of sunshine increases, thus starting to give a bit more warmth to the town. The wind maintains a constant speed, adding a brisk touch to the cooler days. The decline in rainfall and cloud cover highlights April as a potentially good month for outdoor activities in Mhlume.

Temperature

April in Mhlume reports an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F), slightly varied from March's 30.3°C (86.5°F). In Mhlume, the April nights cool down to an average low of 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Heat index

April's mean heat index is evaluated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Mhlume, in April, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.5 rainfall days, and 406mm (15.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mhlume, the average length of the day in April is 11h and 28min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 17:23 SAST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.3h of sunshine, April has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Mhlume, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. 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. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.