April weather forecastDodomé, Benin
April
Weather in April
April, the same as March, in Dodomé, Benin, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.9°C (80.4°F) and 32.1°C (89.8°F).Temperature
The transition into April shows a subtle variation to a still tropical 32.1°C (89.8°F) from March's 32.2°C (90°F) in the average high-temperature. Dodomé reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 26.9°C (80.4°F) in April.Heat index
April's average heat index is calculated to be a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. 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 are extremely significant for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in April in Dodomé is 75%.Rainfall
In Dodomé, in April, during 14.7 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 220.8 rainfall days, and 678mm (26.69") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall in Dodomé.Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 12h and 16min.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 18:59 WAT.
Sunshine
In April, the average sunshine in Dodomé is 9.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Dodomé are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Dodomé, Benin
- Average high temperature in April: 32.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 26.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.3°C).
Average pressure in April
Dodomé, Benin
- Average pressure in April: 1009.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Dodomé, Benin
- Average wind speed in April: 14.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.5km/h).
Average humidity in April
Dodomé, Benin
- Average humidity in April: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in April
Dodomé, Benin
- Average rainfall in April: 31mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (16mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Dodomé, Benin
- Average rainfall days in April: 14.7 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and September (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall days in April
Dodomé, Benin
- Average snowfall days in April: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Dodomé, Benin
- Average daylight in April: 12h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in April: 9h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in April
Dodomé, Benin
- Average sunshine days in April: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.7 days).
Average UV index in April
Dodomé, Benin
- Average UV index in April: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in April
Dodomé, Benin
- Average cloud cover in April: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in April
Dodomé, Benin
- Average visibility in April: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
