April weather forecast
Gaoua, Burkina Faso

In Gaoua, the month of April stands out with the onset of the much-anticipated wet season. Rainfall increases significantly, hydrating the land and tempering the city's dry disposition. Though the city embraces warmer days, the increased precipitation contributes to a cooler and more humid environment. The transition toward May promises a continuation of seasonal showers, higher humidity, and slightly increased temperatures. Overall, the transitional weather conditions in April enthrall weather enthusiasts with their complexity.

Temperature

As April takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still torrid 39.3°C (102.7°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. In April, the temperature registers a significant dip to an average of 27.1°C (80.8°F) at night.

Heat index

Throughout April, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Take caution: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may be imminent with ongoing effort.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Gaoua, the average relative humidity in April is 41%.

Rainfall

In Gaoua, in April, during 10.3 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gaoua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.4 days and collects up to 491mm (19.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Gaoua, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:24 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 10.3h.

UV index

February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Gaoua. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure you're always protected. Unprotected skin can get damaged in moments. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.