April weather forecastCachimo, Angola

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is a moderately hot autumn month in Cachimo, Angola, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°C (68.5°F) and 29.1°C (84.4°F).

Temperature

April ushers in an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. Cachimo's nighttime temperature in April drops to an average of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index in April is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. 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 hold great significance to children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Cachimo, during April, the rain falls for 26 days and regularly aggregates up to 153mm (6.02") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Cachimo, Angola, there are 235.5 rainfall days, and 1228mm (48.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:26 WAT.

Sunshine

In Cachimo, Angola, the average sunshine in April is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.