April weather forecast
Faraba Banta, The Gambia

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Weather in April

As April arrives, the city starts witnessing a transition towards the rainy season. A minor upsurge in humidity, together with an increase in relative cloudiness, hints at the imminent arrival of rains. Compared to March, April records a substantial increase in the number of rainfall days, from 0.5 to 1.8 days. Despite this, the downfalls remain light and intermittent, and the weather remains pleasantly warm. Locals and visitors can still enjoy the outdoors without significant interference from the climatic conditions.

Temperature

The advent of April in Faraba Banta observes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), nearly identical to March's 29.4°C (84.9°F). Faraba Banta, in April, witnesses an average low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 31°C (87.8°F). If activity and exposure persist, they could induce fatigue, leading to possible heat cramps.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In April, in Faraba Banta, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout April, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Faraba Banta, there are 77 rainfall days, and 427mm (16.81") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of April in Faraba Banta, The Gambia, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:21 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Faraba Banta. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. 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. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is April in Faraba Banta?

The high-temperature in Faraba Banta, The Gambia, during April is 28.8°C (83.8°F) and the low-temperature is 22.1°C (71.8°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Faraba Banta?

In April, the average relative humidity is 59%.

How much does it rain in Faraba Banta in April?

In Faraba Banta, The Gambia, during April, the rain falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in April in Faraba Banta?

The average day length in April is 12h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April in Faraba Banta?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of the month, in Faraba Banta, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:21 GMT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Faraba Banta?

The months with the most sunshine are March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in April in Faraba Banta?

The average sunshine duration in April in Faraba Banta, The Gambia, is 9.9h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Faraba Banta?

January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Faraba Banta, The Gambia.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Faraba Banta?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Faraba Banta is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in April
Faraba Banta, The Gambia

Average temperature in April - Faraba Banta, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in April: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (28.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 22.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.6°C).

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Average pressure in April
Faraba Banta, The Gambia

Average pressure in April - Faraba Banta, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in April: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Faraba Banta, The Gambia

Average wind speed in April - Faraba Banta, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in April: 18.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (12.8km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Faraba Banta, The Gambia

Average humidity in April - Faraba Banta, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in April: 59%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (39%).

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Average rainfall in April
Faraba Banta, The Gambia

Average rainfall in April - Faraba Banta, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in April: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (177mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Faraba Banta, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in April - Faraba Banta, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in April: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.2 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Faraba Banta, The Gambia

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Faraba Banta, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Faraba Banta, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in April - Faraba Banta, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in April: 28.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in April
Faraba Banta, The Gambia

Average UV index in April - Faraba Banta, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in April: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and March (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in April
Faraba Banta, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in April - Faraba Banta, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in April: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in April
Faraba Banta, The Gambia

Average visibility in April - Faraba Banta, The Gambia
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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Faraba Banta, The Gambia

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