April weather forecastKetonou, Benin
April
Weather in April
April, like March, is a hot spring month in Ketonou, Benin, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.3°C (81.1°F) and max 32°C (89.6°F).Temperature
Ketonou's warmest months, March and April, record an average high-temperature of 32°C (89.6°F).Heat index
April's average heat index is computed to be a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity in Ketonou is 76%.Rainfall
In April, in Ketonou, Benin, the rain falls for 14.9 days. Throughout April, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ketonou, there are 204.5 rainfall days, and 599mm (23.58") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in April in Ketonou 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 9.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In April, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Ketonou, Benin
- Average high temperature in April: 32°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 27.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.8°C).
Average pressure in April
Ketonou, Benin
- Average pressure in April: 1009.7mbar
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
Ketonou, Benin
- Average wind speed in April: 14.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.9km/h).
Average humidity in April
Ketonou, Benin
- Average humidity in April: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in April
Ketonou, Benin
- Average rainfall in April: 28mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (18mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Ketonou, Benin
- Average rainfall days in April: 14.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Ketonou, 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 December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in April
Ketonou, Benin
- Average sunshine days in April: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.3 days).
Average UV index in April
Ketonou, 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
Ketonou, Benin
- Average cloud cover in April: 29
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
Ketonou, 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).
