April weather forecast
Ahomadégbé, Benin

April weather signals the onset of true monsoon by embodying Ahomadégbé's subtropical climate fully. The weather elements witness a transition from hot and dry to warm and wet. Bulk of the month's precipitation are received in mid-April with values reaching upto 44mm (1.73"). A discernible increase in humidity is noted, influencing the overall comfort level. The clouds begin to amass, setting the stage for ensuing torrential downpour.

Temperature

Ahomadégbé starts April with an average high-temperature of a still torrid 36.3°C (97.3°F), a minor shift from March's 37.2°C (99°F). In April, the temperature in Ahomadégbé drops to an average of 25.1°C (77.2°F) at night.

Heat index

Throughout April, the heat index is estimated at a burning hot 54°C (129.2°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for 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.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In Ahomadégbé, the average relative humidity in April is 68%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:00 WAT.

Sunshine

In Ahomadégbé, the average sunshine in April is 9.2h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Ahomadégbé is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during April translates into these guidelines:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.