April weather forecast
Lira, Uganda

April carries forward March's trend of increased rainfall, marking the beginning of the wettest period for Lira. The frequent rain showers lower the overall temperature while increasing the relative humidity. Despite the conditions being wetter, the winds gradually lose their strength, making it seem more tranquil. City's fauna flourishes due to the high humidity and temperature dipping down. The month witnesses the year's highest rainfall with 105mm (4.13"), dramatically up from March's 49mm (1.93").

Temperature

The transition into April involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a hot 32.5°C (90.5°F) in March to a moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F). Throughout the month of April, Lira reports a steady low-temperature average of 18.4°C (65.1°F).

Heat index

April's heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In Lira, the average relative humidity in April is 77%.

Rainfall

In Lira, during April, the rain falls for 22 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. In Lira, during the entire year, the rain falls for 219.8 days and collects up to 938mm (36.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Lira, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:51 EAT.

Sunshine

In Lira, Uganda, the average sunshine in April is 8.9h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during April translates into the following directions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.