April weather forecastCossa, Angola

Weather in April

April, like March, in Cossa, Angola, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 20.3°C (68.5°F) and 29.1°C (84.4°F).

Temperature

The advent of April reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month. The low-temperature averages to a pleasant 20.3°C (68.5°F) during the nights of April.

Heat index

April's heat index is appraised at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. 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.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. 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. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Cossa, the average relative humidity in April is 81%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 26 days. Throughout April, 153mm (6.02") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 235.5 rainfall days, and 1228mm (48.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Cossa, the average length of the day in April is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:26 WAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

In Cossa, Angola, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in April translates into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.