April weather forecastKatagon, Benin

Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Katagon, Benin, is another tropical spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.6°C (92.5°F) and an average low of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of April marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.6°C (92.5°F) from March's 33.5°C (92.3°F). Throughout April, the nighttime temperature averages to a moderately hot 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

April's mean heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Katagon is 73%.

Rainfall

In Katagon, in April, during 8.4 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.7 rainfall days, and 481mm (18.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Katagon, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:57 WAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during April morphs into the following directions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. 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. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.