Contents
- Weather in April
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in April
- Average pressure in April
- Average wind speed in April
- Average humidity in April
- Average rainfall in April
- Average rainfall days in April
- Average daylight in April
- Average sunshine in April
- Average sunshine days in April
- Average UV index in April
- Average cloud cover in April
- Average visibility in April
Weather in April
Temperature
The start of April sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), showing little difference from March's 29.6°C (85.3°F). Throughout April, Cooktown records an average temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F) at night.Heat index
During April, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In April, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout April, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated. In Cooktown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.8 days and collects up to 618mm (24.33") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 11h and 45min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of April, in Cooktown, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 6:02 pm AEST.
Sunshine
In April, the average sunshine in Cooktown is 7.8h.UV index
April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Cooktown. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions
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What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cooktown?
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Average temperature in April
Cooktown, Australia
- Average high temperature in April: 28.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (31.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (25.2°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 23.7°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are January and February (25°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.8°C).
Average pressure in April
Cooktown, Australia
- Average pressure in April: 1011.5mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Cooktown, Australia
- Average wind speed in April: 19.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (21.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
Average humidity in April
Cooktown, Australia
- Average humidity in April: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September, October, November and December (73%).
Average rainfall in April
Cooktown, Australia
- Average rainfall in April: 43mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (147mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (5mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Cooktown, Australia
- Average rainfall days in April: 14.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (5.1 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Cooktown, Australia
- Average daylight in April: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in April: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in April
Cooktown, Australia
- Average sunshine days in April: 10.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.8 days).
Average UV index in April
Cooktown, Australia
- Average UV index in April: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in April
Cooktown, Australia
- Average cloud cover in April: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in April
Cooktown, Australia
- Average visibility in April: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
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