April weather forecastMaroua, Cameroon
April
Weather in April
April presents a distinctive change in Maroua's weather pattern, welcoming some much-needed rainfall- 4mm (0.16") to be precise. The weather turns slightly towards the humid side as the temperature reaches its highest peak of 40.8°C (105.4°F) with the high at 28.2°C (82.8°F). Visitors can expect about 9 to 19% cloud cover, providing some respite from the relentless sunshine. While April marks the beginning of the rainy season in Maroua, the frequency of rainfall is still quite less. The climatic shift brought on by April is tangible throughout the region.Temperature
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 40.8°C (105.4°F) and a low of 28.2°C (82.8°F), April stands out as the warmest month.Humidity
The average relative humidity in April is 19%.Rainfall
April through October are months with rainfall. April is the first month it rains. Throughout April, in the average 3.2 rainfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 95.7 rainfall days, and 400mm (15.75") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of April, in Maroua, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:14 WAT.
Sunshine
April has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12h of sunshine.UV index
The month with the highest UV index is April, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 9 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure precautions are always in place. The risk to skin and eyes is high without them. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Despite the overcast weather, sunscreen with SPF of at least 30 should be applied liberally and reapplied often, particularly after swimming or an outdoor workout.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Maroua, Cameroon
- Average high temperature in April: 40.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (40.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.8°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 28.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°C).
Average pressure in April
Maroua, Cameroon
- Average pressure in April: 1006.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1006.3mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Maroua, Cameroon
- Average wind speed in April: 9.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7km/h).
Average humidity in April
Maroua, Cameroon
- Average humidity in April: 19%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).
Average rainfall in April
Maroua, Cameroon
- Average rainfall in April: 4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (154mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Maroua, Cameroon
- Average rainfall days in April: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Maroua, Cameroon
- Average daylight in April: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in April: 12h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in April
Maroua, Cameroon
- Average sunshine days in April: 26.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.6 days).
Average UV index in April
Maroua, Cameroon
- Average UV index in April: 9
The month with the highest UV index is April (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, July, August, September, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in April
Maroua, Cameroon
- Average cloud cover in April: 9
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in April
Maroua, Cameroon
- Average visibility in April: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (9km).
