April is a hot and dry time for sunbathing in Sri Lanka. April is an excellent month for swimming in Sri Lanka with very warm sea temperatures. Consider visiting Sri Lanka in the months of February, March, April, July, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for April.
The average maximum temperature in Sri Lanka in April is 33°. The average maximum temperature is 32° in the previous month and 33° in the next month.
The average temperature in Sri Lanka in April is 29°. The average temperature ranges is 28° in the previous month and 29° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Sri Lanka in April is 25°. The minimum temperature is 25° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Sri Lanka in April are 12.3 and there are 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average during April making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Sri Lanka in April is typically 14.7 during April. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Sri Lanka in April is 30.1° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Sri Lanka in April is 0.2cm and on average there are 7.9 rainy days in April making it a dry time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Sri Lanka in April is 25° which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning. The dew point is 24° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Sri Lanka in April is typically 90.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 88% in the previous month and 87.8% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Sri Lanka in April is typically 75.9%. The average relative humidity is 73.7% in the previous month and 74.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Sri Lanka in April is typically 14kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 16kmh in the previous month and 20kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Sri Lanka in April is typically 7kmh. The average wind speed is 9kmh in the previous month and 12kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Sri Lanka in April is from the West.
