April weather forecast
Hamilton, Sierra Leone

April, the same as March, in Hamilton, Sierra Leone, is another hot spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

The arrival of April sees a recorded average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), showing little divergence from the previous month's conditions. Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) in April.

Heat index

For April, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Hamilton, in April, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. In Hamilton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Hamilton, Sierra Leone, is 9.5h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in April translates into the following instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.