April weather forecastNaogon, Benin

Weather in April

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

Temperature

With the onset of April, a modest change to a still sweltering 36.3°C (97.3°F) from March's 37.2°C (99°F) is noted in high-temperature. Throughout April, the average low-temperature in Naogon records at a warm 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Heat index

April's heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 54°C (129.2°F). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 primarily vital for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Naogon, during April, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Naogon, there are 207.1 rainfall days, and 739mm (29.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Naogon, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:59 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.