April weather forecastMatoko, Congo

Weather in April

April, like March, is a hot spring month in Matoko, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.9°C (93°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

Matoko in April witnesses an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.9°C (93°F), indicating a slight variation from March's 35.1°C (95.2°F). Matoko encounters a steady low-temperature average of 22.3°C (72.1°F) throughout the month of April.

Heat index

Throughout April, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Be alert: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a threat with sustained physical activity.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', 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. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In Matoko, the average relative humidity in April is 72%.

Rainfall

In Matoko, during April, the rain falls for 21.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 104mm (4.09") of precipitation. In Matoko, Congo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 235.6 days and collects up to 906mm (35.67") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Matoko is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 17:52 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through July, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.