April weather forecastAwae, Cameroon

Weather in April

April, like March, is another hot spring month in Awae, Cameroon, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.5°C (68.9°F) and an average high of 31.1°C (88°F).

Temperature

With the onset of April, Awae's average high-temperature clocks in at a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. The average low-temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F) is witnessed during April.

Heat index

During April, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 43°C (109.4°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. 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. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Awae, in April, during 27.6 rainfall days, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 270.8 rainfall days, and 1144mm (45.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Awae, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:17 WAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Awae is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in April transforms into this advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. 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. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.