April weather forecast
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso

April

Weather in April

April further continues the rising temperature trend started in March, however, there is a significant change in the rainfall pattern with measurable precipitation from 4mm (0.16"). The radiating sunlight and temperatures reaching a high of 41.4°C (106.5°F) highlights the progression of the hot season in Ouahigouya. Yet, April ushers in the early signs of the rainy season with sporadic rain events. The cloud cover tends to increase, bringing about a slight change in the mostly clear skyline of previous months. The essence of April lies in its enhanced temperatures and initiating signs of the rainy season.

Temperature

April, recording an average high temperature of 41.4°C (106.5°F) and a low temperature of 26.1°C (79°F), is Ouahigouya's warmest month.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 18%.

Rainfall

In Ouahigouya, in April, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation. In Ouahigouya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 59.9 days and collects up to 221mm (8.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:25 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 11.3h.

UV index

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 9 during April translates into these guidelines:
Always remain cautious. Unprotected skin and eyes are prone to swift harm. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Apply liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ every two hours, and promptly after any outdoor workout or a swim.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year?
With average high and low temperatures of 41.4°C (106.5°F) and 26.1°C (79°F) respectively, April is Ouahigouya's warmest month.
How hot does it get in April?
The high-temperature during April is 41.4°C (106.5°F) and the low-temperature is 26.1°C (79°F).
What is the average humidity in April?
In April, the average relative humidity is 18%.
How much does it rain in April?
In Ouahigouya, in April, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in April?
In April, the average day length in Ouahigouya is 12h and 26min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in April?
In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:25 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Ouahigouya have in April?
In Ouahigouya, the average sunshine duration in April is 11.3h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9.
How high is the UV index in April?
In Ouahigouya, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 9. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in April: 41.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 26.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.3°C).

Average pressure in April
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in April: 1007.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in April: 11.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in April
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in April: 18%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).

Average rainfall in April
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in April: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (100mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in April: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 11h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in April: 26.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in April: 9

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in April
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in April: 10

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in April
Ouahigouya, Burkina Faso
  • 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).

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