April weather forecast
Saterna, Burkina Faso

April, like March, in Saterna, Burkina Faso, is another fiery hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26.7°C (80.1°F) and 39.1°C (102.4°F).

Temperature

April, marked by an average high-temperature of 39.1°C (102.4°F) and a low-temperature of 26.7°C (80.1°F), is the warmest month.

Heat index

During April, the heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In Saterna, Burkina Faso, the average relative humidity in April is 40%.

Rainfall

In Saterna, Burkina Faso, during April, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation. In Saterna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.7 days and collects up to 548mm (21.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Saterna, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:30 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 8 during April translates into the following guidance:
Always prioritize safety measures. Rapid harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.