April weather forecastAngossas, Cameroon

Weather in April

April, like March, is another hot spring month in Angossas, Cameroon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

With the start of April, Angossas measures an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), not significantly differing from March's 33.3°C (91.9°F). An average temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) is recorded in Angossas during the nights in April.

Heat index

April's mean heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 43°C (109.4°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In Angossas, the average relative humidity in April is 78%.

Rainfall

In Angossas, in April, during 24.3 rainfall days, 127mm (5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Angossas, Cameroon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 241.2 days and collects up to 1247mm (49.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:12 WAT.

Sunshine

In Angossas, the average sunshine in April is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Angossas is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.