April weather forecast
Dierisso, Burkina Faso

April, like March, in Dierisso, Burkina Faso, is a very hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.1°C (102.4°F) and 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Temperature

Dierisso's temperature records reveal April as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 39.1°C (102.4°F) and lows of 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Heat index

During April, the heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 40%.

Rainfall

In April, in Dierisso, the rain falls for 9.3 days. Throughout April, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dierisso, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.7 days and collects up to 548mm (21.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Dierisso, Burkina Faso, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:32 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, a daily UV index of 8 turns into the following recommendations:
Always safeguard yourself; without protection, skin and eyes can get damaged instantly. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.