April weather forecastMalende, Cameroon

April

Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Malende, Cameroon, is another hot spring month, with an average temperature ranging between min 25°C (77°F) and max 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F) marks April, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in March. Throughout the April nights, Malende encounters a low-temperature of 25°C (77°F).

Heat index

The heat index in April is estimated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In Malende, in April, during 21.7 rainfall days, 106mm (4.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Malende, during the entire year, the rain falls for 256.6 days and collects up to 1889mm (74.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:27 WAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Malende, Cameroon, is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In Malende, in April, the average high-temperature is 31.4°C (88.5°F), and the average low-temperature is 25°C (77°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in April is estimated at 40°C (104°F).

In April, the average relative humidity is 75%.

In April, in Malende, Cameroon, the rain falls for 21.7 days. Throughout April, 106mm (4.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in April in Malende, Cameroon, is 12h and 13min.

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, in Malende, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:27 WAT.

In Malende, Cameroon, the average sunshine duration in April is 8.5h.

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Malende.

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Today

Tomorrow

Long-term

Year J F M April M J J A S O N D

Mar

April

May

Average high temperature

32.1°C

31.4°C

30.8°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.2km/h

8km/h

7.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

8.9

5.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Malende, Cameroon

Average high temperature in April: 31.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.2°C).

Average low temperature in April: 25°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (23.2°C).

Average pressure in April
Malende, Cameroon

Average pressure in April: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Malende, Cameroon

Average wind speed in April: 7.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and August (8.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in April
Malende, Cameroon

Average humidity in April: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in April
Malende, Cameroon

Average rainfall in April: 106mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (329mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (37mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Malende, Cameroon

Average rainfall days in April: 21.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.3 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Malende, Cameroon

Average daylight in April: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in April: 8h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Malende, Cameroon

Average sunshine days in April: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.6 days).

Average UV index in April
Malende, Cameroon

Average UV index in April: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in April
Malende, Cameroon

Average cloud cover in April: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in April
Malende, Cameroon

Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).