April weather forecast
Ketou, Benin

April, the same as March, is another fiery hot spring month in Ketou, Benin, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.3°C (97.3°F) and min 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

Ketou marks the onset of April with an average high-temperature of a still torrid 36.3°C (97.3°F), subtly divergent from March's 37.2°C (99°F). Ketou usually reports an average low-temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) during the month of April.

Heat index

During April, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 54°C (129.2°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In April, in Ketou, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout April, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ketou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.1 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ketou, Benin, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of April, in Ketou, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:58 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Ketou is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health 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:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.