April weather forecastKikanou, Congo

Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Kikanou, Congo, is a hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.8°C (73°F) and an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

On the advent of April, Kikanou's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still hot 31.5°C (88.7°F) from March's 32°C (89.6°F). Throughout April, Kikanou's nights cool down to an average of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

April's mean heat index is appraised at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In Kikanou, the average relative humidity in April is 86%.

Rainfall

In Kikanou, in April, during 25.4 rainfall days, 131mm (5.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kikanou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 241.2 days and collects up to 1266mm (49.84") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kikanou, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of April, in Kikanou, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:06 WAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Kikanou is 7.4h.

UV index

February through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kikanou. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.