April weather forecast
Bambari, Central African Republic

April sees a dramatic change in Bambari's weather, evident in the rise of rainfall up to 50mm (1.97"). This shift kicks off the rainy season. The increased cloud cover and precipitation, along with slightly lower temperatures than March, create a cool, moist climate. The city's daylight and sunshine hours decline, reflected in less solar radiation. Despite the mild change in weather, the visibility remains high in April.

Temperature

As Bambari welcomes April, the average high-temperature is noted at a still very hot 36.1°C (97°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. A significant drop from the day's peak to an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) is noted during the nights in April.

Heat index

The heat index value for April is appraised at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Bambari is 59%.

Rainfall

In Bambari, Central African Republic, in April, it is raining for 14.9 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bambari, there are 186.4 rainfall days, and 807mm (31.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Bambari is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:44 WAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Bambari is 9.1h.

UV index

In Bambari, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in April transforms into this advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.