April weather forecastOmpomouena, Gabon

Weather in April

April, like March, is another hot autumn month in Ompomouena, Gabon, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

Ompomouena's April average high-temperature settles at a still hot 32.3°C (90.1°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. April nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a warm 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

April's mean heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). On guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a potential hazard with continuous physical effort.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Ompomouena, Gabon, is 86%.

Rainfall

In April, in Ompomouena, Gabon, the rain falls for 26.4 days. Throughout April, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ompomouena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 263 days and collects up to 1311mm (51.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of April, in Ompomouena, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

Sunshine

In Ompomouena, 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 in Ompomouena, Gabon. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in April leads to these guidelines:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.