April weather forecast
Rigoho, Gabon

April, like March, in Rigoho, Gabon, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 25°C (77°F).

Temperature

Rigoho's entry into April measures an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), closely parallel to the preceding month. Rigoho welcomes an average low temperature of 25°C (77°F) in April, a gentle shift from the day's high.

Heat index

The average heat index in April is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 82%.

Rainfall

In Rigoho, during April, the rain falls for 27.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 173mm (6.81") of precipitation. In Rigoho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 274.1 days and collects up to 1477mm (58.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:22 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in April leads to these recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.