April weather forecast
Matoumbou, Congo

April, like March, is another tropical autumn month in Matoumbou, Congo, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 31°C (87.8°F).

Temperature

April reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), slightly varied from March's 31.2°C (88.2°F). Matoumbou's temperature lowers to a mean of 22.3°C (72.1°F) during the nights in April.

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 hold great significance to children. 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.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In Matoumbou, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

Rainfall

In Matoumbou, in April, it is raining for 25.7 days, with typically 123mm (4.84") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 243.1 rainfall days, and 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:57 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Matoumbou 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during April translates into the following directions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.