April weather forecast
Gaborone, Botswana

April in Gaborone, Botswana brings noticeable changes to the weather profile of the city. With temperatures lowering to 13.5°C (56.3°F) at nightfall, the city transitions into cooler nights. The rainfall is also cut in half from the previous month, making the landscape significantly drier. The amount of daylight decreases, further enhancing the arrival of the autumn season. Come May, this trend continues with an even greater decrease in temperature and rain levels.

Temperature

March's transformation into April witnesses an average high-temperature of a warm 28.4°C (83.1°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. Gaborone documents a significant temperature variance in April, with the mean nighttime lows settling at a moderate 13.5°C (56.3°F).

Rainfall

In Gaborone, during April, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 41 rainfall days, and 190mm (7.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Gaborone, Botswana, is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of April in Gaborone, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:49 CAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Gaborone are February through April and December, with an average of 8h of sunshine.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Gaborone is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 9 during April leads to these instructions:
Ensure you're always protected. Unprotected skin can get damaged in moments. 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. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Direct sun exposure should be minimized, more so for those with sensitive skin. Remember to use sunscreen with a 30 SPF or above.