April weather forecast
Poungou, Gabon

April, like March, is another hot autumn month in Poungou, Gabon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.9°C (71.4°F) and 32.5°C (90.5°F).

Temperature

The arrival of April denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still hot 32.5°C (90.5°F) from March's 33.4°C (92.1°F). During the nights in April, an average low-temperature of 21.9°C (71.4°F) is observed.

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 83%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 25.4 days. Throughout April, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Poungou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 311.1 days and collects up to 1474mm (58.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Poungou, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:11 WAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

January through May, July, November and December, 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 risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. 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. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.