April weather forecastAgouna, Benin

Weather in April

April, like March, in Agouna, Benin, is another fiery hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 36.3°C (97.3°F) and 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of April brings an average high-temperature of a still torrid 36.3°C (97.3°F), closely following the temperature pattern of March. In the month of April, the temperature in Agouna generally rests at an average low of 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index in April is estimated at a burning hot 54°C (129.2°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Agouna is 68%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout April, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. In Agouna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.1 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of April, in Agouna, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:02 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.2h.

UV index

In Agouna, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during April translates into the following directions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.