April Weather in Jaffna

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, during April is characterized by an average temperature of 29°C (85°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (89°F), while lows may dip to 26°C (80°F). Typically, the humidity level in Jaffna throughout April hovers around 69%.

26°C (80°F)

Minimum temperature

29°C (85°F)

Average temperature

31°C (89°F)

Maximum temperature

69%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In April, Jaffna averages 29 mm (1.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 6 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 19 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 28 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 61% probability of sunny days during this period.

29 mm (1.2 inches)

Precipitation

6 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 28 minutes

Sunshine hours

61%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In April, the UV Index in Jaffna reaches a maximum of 15, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 2 5 8 12 15 15 13 9 5 2 1 0 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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