April weather forecast
Tarkwa, Ghana

April in Tarkwa continues the trend of warm and humid weather set by March, with marginal changes in weather conditions. The rainfall decreases slightly, but the city remains quite damp. The mild wind speed persists, sustaining the gentle, airy feel of the city. April continues with the accumulated precipitation pattern of 109mm (4.29") spread across 26.9 days, although slightly less than the peak experienced in March.

Temperature

With the transition into April, Tarkwa notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.5°C (92.3°F), reflecting the conditions of the previous month. Tarkwa records an average low of 24.2°C (75.6°F) throughout the nights in April.

Heat index

April's heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 50°C (122°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Tarkwa, the average relative humidity in April is 79%.

Rainfall

In Tarkwa, Ghana, in April, during 26.9 rainfall days, 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Tarkwa, there are 325.1 rainfall days, and 1485mm (58.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tarkwa, Ghana, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:14 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Tarkwa is 9h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.