April weather forecast
Mengang, Cameroon

April, the same as March, in Mengang, Cameroon, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°C (88°F) and 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Temperature

Mengang's April average high-temperature settles at a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. Throughout the month of April, Mengang witnesses an average temperature of 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is appraised at a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Mengang, during April, the rain falls for 27.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 133mm (5.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 270.8 rainfall days, and 1144mm (45.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.8h.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in April interprets into the following advice:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.