April weather forecast
Akoumokoumo, Benin

April, the same as March, is another sweltering spring month in Akoumokoumo, Benin, with an average temperature varying between 35.7°C (96.3°F) and 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

The commencement of April introduces an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 35.7°C (96.3°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. During April, an average low-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) is observed in Akoumokoumo.

Heat index

The average heat index in April is estimated at a life-threatening hot 51°C (123.8°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In Akoumokoumo, in April, during 23 rainfall days, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Akoumokoumo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.3 days and collects up to 958mm (37.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:03. On the last day of April, in Akoumokoumo, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:02 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is April, with an average of 11.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during April translates into the following directions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. 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. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.