April weather forecast
Dorra, Djibouti

In April, Dorra witnesses a significant uptick in temperature across all categories. The temperature curve tends upwards from 28.3 to 30.6°C (87.1°F), signifying the arrival of the hot season. On the rainfall front, it remains more or less the same as March, but humid conditions reduce, providing relief to the dwellers. Another noticeable feature is the spike in sunshine hours making the skies brighter. Despite the high temperatures, the sightseeing experience remains unhindered.

Temperature

The advent of April presents an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. Dorra's nighttime average temperature in April subtly descends to a moderately hot 25.6°C (78.1°F) from the daily highs.

Heat index

During April, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 72%.

Rainfall

In Dorra, in April, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dorra, there are 81.4 rainfall days, and 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Dorra, Djibouti, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:24 EAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 10.8h.

UV index

In Dorra, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar 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. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.