April weather forecast
Kasongha, Sierra Leone

April, the same as March, in Kasongha, Sierra Leone, is a hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

Kasongha registers an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F) at the commencement of April, closely related to the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) is recorded in Kasongha during April.

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In Kasongha, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

Rainfall

In Kasongha, in April, during 9.7 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kasongha, Sierra Leone, there are 205.9 rainfall days, and 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of April in Kasongha, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kasongha, Sierra Leone, are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in April leads to these recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.