April weather forecast
Basupu, Equatorial Guinea

The month of April carries forward the rainy season with 147mm (5.79") of rainfall, albeit less than in March. The increase in cloud cover from 31% to 35% announced fewer sunshine hours compared to the previous month. Despite April being marginally cooler than March, humidity and barometric pressure stay fairly constant. Wind speeds decrease slightly yet remain relatively steady compared to the coming months. The decrease in visibility that began in March continues through April.

Temperature

Basupu, Equatorial Guinea, experiences a transition to a still warm 28.4°C (83.1°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of April, not greatly differing from March's 28.5°C (83.3°F). Basupu maintains a near steady average temperature of 27.1°C (80.8°F) during the nights of April, demonstrating little drop from daytime highs.

Heat index

The average heat index in April is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

January, April, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Basupu, Equatorial Guinea, in April, during 25.6 rainfall days, 147mm (5.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Basupu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 318.9 days and collects up to 2594mm (102.13") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of April, in Basupu, Equatorial Guinea, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.

Sunshine

In Basupu, the average sunshine in April is 8.7h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Basupu. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during April translates into these guidelines:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. 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. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.