April weather forecast
Matadi, Democratic Republic of Congo

April sees an increase in rainfall from 92mm (3.62") to 142mm (5.59"), marking the commencement of the rainiest period in Matadi. The temperatures remain consistent with those of March. The notable rise in rainfall contributes to the overall increased humidity, with cloud cover also increasing consistently. The wind speed decreases slightly from the previous month, maintaining the characteristic wet and warm weather of this region.

Temperature

April in Matadi denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F) from March's 32.2°C (90°F). Throughout April, Matadi registers a consistent average low-temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F).

Heat index

During April, the heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In Matadi, the average relative humidity in April is 84%.

Rainfall

In April, in Matadi, the rain falls for 24.1 days. Throughout April, 142mm (5.59") of precipitation is accumulated. In Matadi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 212.4 days and collects up to 988mm (38.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of April, in Matadi, Democratic Republic of Congo, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:00 WAT.

Sunshine

In Matadi, the average sunshine in April is 7.6h.

UV index

January, March through May, August, September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.