April weather forecast
Kigali, Rwanda

Entering the second quarter of the year, April brings a significant change in Kigali's weather. Despite a similar high temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F), April stands out with the heaviest rainfall of the year, reaching 154mm (6.06"). This precipitation greatly affects the overall climate making this month the wettest and contributing to a cooler, more refreshing environment. The rainy condition in April imparts a unique charm to Kigali, transforming it into a city that thrives in and embraces this change in weather.

Temperature

April denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 26.2°C (79.2°F) from March's 26.9°C (80.4°F). An average temperature of 16.1°C (61°F) is recorded during the nights in April.

Rainfall

April is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18 days and accumulates 154mm (6.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:58 CAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, March through May, October through December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 12 in April transforms into this advice:
Ensure every crucial precaution is taken. Individuals with light skin could experience burns in under 5 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.