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Mongu Weather in April

Mongu in April sees very high temperatures, with highs around 30°C (86°F) and overnight lows of 19°C (66°F). Overall excellent conditions make it one of the better months to visit.

Rainfall in Mongu in April

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 4 days of rain, with 29 mm (1.1 in) average for the month. Although rain is not especially frequent, individual showers can still be quite heavy.

Temperature in Mongu in April

April is a good time to be in Mongu. Days are excellent, reaching 30°C (86°F), with nights around 19°C (66°F). If you're spending a lot of time outdoors, it helps to plan around the warmer part of the day. Nights drop to around 19°C (66°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Mongu in April

There are approximately 267 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in Mongu in April

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in April. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, June and July typically offer the best circumstances for Mongu.

Mongu Temperature in April

Min Temperature
19°C (66°F)
Max Temperature
30°C (86°F)
Chance of Rain
13%
Precipitation
29 mm (1.1 in)
Rainy days
4 days
Humidity
68%
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots)
Sunshine
267 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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Historical weather records for Mongu in April

Browse day-by-day weather records for Mongu spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Mongu historical weather extremes in April

Our historical data for Mongu spans 2006 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.

  • The warmest day in April was on April 2, 2019, with a maximum of 35°C (95°F).
  • The lowest daytime temperature in April was 22°C (72°F), recorded on April 12, 2014.
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in April was 14°C (57°F) (April 23, 2008).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Mongu in April

Warm but pleasant conditions in Mongu in April. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. Light rain is possible, so consider bringing a small umbrella or rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Mongu in April

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    10/10
  • Cycling
    8/10
  • Walking
    8/10
  • Barbeque
    10/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    8/10

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