April weather forecast
Pensa, Burkina Faso

April

Weather in April

Weather in Pensa during April undergoes a transition, with a significant increase in humidity to 15%, more than a 50% increase from March. Sunshine duration experiences a marginal increment, with the sun glaring down for a more extended period than in the previous months. Interestingly, though, April records the first noticeable increase in rainfall, marking this month as the beginning of the rainy season. The increase in humidity and alternating wind speeds endorse an evolving weather pattern in Pensa.

Temperature

Entering April, the average high-temperature is recorded at a scorching 41.4°C (106.5°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from March's 39.3°C (102.7°F). A pronounced dip becomes evident during the nights in April as Pensa logs a consistent average temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 15%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are February, April through October. April is the first month it rains. Throughout April, in the average 2.3 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Pensa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 44.5 days and collects up to 160mm (6.3") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Pensa, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:18 GMT.

Sunshine

April and May, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 9 translates into the following recommendations:
Act with urgency in protecting yourself. Without it, skin and eyes can be harmed in no time. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Use liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every two hours, or straight away after any outdoor workout or swim.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in April?
The average high-temperature, in April, in Pensa, is 41.4°C (106.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 27.5°C (81.5°F).
What is the average humidity in April?
The average relative humidity in April is 15%.
When does it start to rain?
April is the first month it rains. Throughout April, in the average 2.3 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Pensa have in April?
The average day length in April is 12h and 26min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in April?
In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:18 GMT.
What is the month with the most sunshine?
April and May, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Pensa have in April?
In Pensa, the average sunshine duration in April is 12.1h.
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 April, the average daily maximum UV index is 9. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in April
Pensa, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in April: 41.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 27.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).

Average pressure in April
Pensa, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in April: 1007.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.3mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Pensa, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in April: 12.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (15.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.1km/h).

Average humidity in April
Pensa, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in April: 15%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (52%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (10%).

Average rainfall in April
Pensa, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in April: 2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (74mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Pensa, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in April: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Pensa, 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: 12h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Pensa, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in April: 28.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (15.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Pensa, 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
Pensa, Burkina Faso
  • Average cloud cover in April: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 5).

Average visibility in April
Pensa, 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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