April weather forecast
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in April

April brings with it a continuance of consistent rainfall in Bukavu, although precipitation begins to marginally decrease towards the end of the month. Weather parameters stay within a narrow range, with minor variations in temperature, humidity, and wind speed. Cloud cover increases slightly, hinting at the impending changes in the following month. Notably, this month receives the highest average rainfall of the year at 146mm (5.75"). The perpetually wet weather doesn't dampen Bukavu's bustling energy.

Temperature

In the transition from March to April, Bukavu reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. An average temperature of 13.7°C (56.7°F) is recorded in Bukavu during the nights in April.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 80%.

Rainfall

In Bukavu, in April, during 28.9 rainfall days, 146mm (5.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bukavu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 294.8 days and collects up to 1224mm (48.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bukavu, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of April in Bukavu, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:02 CAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.6h of sunshine, April has the least sunshine of the year in Bukavu.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during April translates into the following guidance:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Bukavu?

The high-temperature, in April, in Bukavu, is 23.3°C (73.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 13.7°C (56.7°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Bukavu?

The average relative humidity in April in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Bukavu in April?

In April, in Bukavu, the rain falls for 28.9 days. Throughout April, 146mm (5.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Bukavu have in April?

The average day length in April in Bukavu is 12h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Bukavu?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:02 CAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bukavu?

With an average of 8.6h of sunshine, April has the least sunshine of the year in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo.

How many hours of sunshine does Bukavu have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Bukavu?

The months with the highest UV index in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

When is the lowest UV index in Bukavu?

The months with the lowest UV index in Bukavu are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index reading in April in Bukavu?

In Bukavu, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average daylight
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Average sunshine days
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Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in April - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in April: 23.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (24.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (22.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 13.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (12.5°C).

Average pressure in April
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in April - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in April: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in April - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in April: 5.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are May, June, July and August (5.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in April
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in April - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (60%).

Average rainfall in April
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in April - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in April: 146mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (167mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (21mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in April - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in April: 28.9 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and December (30.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (13.2 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in April - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in April: 0.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.1 days).

Average UV index in April
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average UV index in April - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in April
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in April - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in April: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in April
Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in April - Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in April: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (9km).

Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo

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