April weather forecast
Banfora, Burkina Faso

April marks the real beginning of Banfora's minor rainy season. The average rainfall jumps up drastically to 40mm (1.57"), a three-fold increase from March. The days continue to get longer, providing ample sunshine despite the rising humidity. Compared to the incoming wet month of May, the rains are still relatively manageable in April. Despite the rainfall, Banfora maintains its charm, with the landscape starting to show the lush and bright colors of the tropics.

Temperature

April brings the highest temperatures, with an average high of 39.1°C (102.4°F) and an average low of 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during April is appraised at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 40%.

Rainfall

In Banfora, in April, during 9.3 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.7 rainfall days, and 548mm (21.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Banfora, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:31 GMT.

Sunshine

In Banfora, the average sunshine in April is 9.7h.

UV index

March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 8 in April transforms into this advice:
Prioritize protection; rapid damage can occur to unprotected eyes and skin. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.