April weather forecastKenibeï, Gabon

Weather in April

April, like March, is another tropical autumn month in Kenibeï, Gabon, with an average temperature varying between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 32.3°C (90.1°F).

Temperature

With April's arrival, Kenibeï's weather records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.3°C (90.1°F), marking little difference from March's 32.6°C (90.7°F). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a moderately hot 23.3°C (73.9°F) throughout April.

Heat index

April's mean heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 86%.

Rainfall

In Kenibeï, in April, it is raining for 26.4 days, with typically 141mm (5.55") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 263 rainfall days, and 1311mm (51.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kenibeï, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:17 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kenibeï, Gabon, the average sunshine in April is 7.4h.

UV index

January, February, April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.