April weather forecast
Boukiero, Congo

April, like March, is a hot autumn month in Boukiero, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

April's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F) from March. Boukiero reports an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) during the nights of April.

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Boukiero, in April, it is raining for 25.7 days, with typically 123mm (4.84") of accumulated precipitation. In Boukiero, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.1 days and collects up to 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:55 WAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

January, March through May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.