April weather forecast
Dodi Papase, Ghana

April, the same as March, is a very hot spring month in Dodi Papase, Ghana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.2°C (97.2°F) and an average low of 26.9°C (80.4°F).

Temperature

As Dodi Papase steps into April, the average high-temperature holds at a still very hot 36.2°C (97.2°F), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. Nighttime temperatures in April average to a warm 26.9°C (80.4°F) in Dodi Papase.

Heat index

Throughout April, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. 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. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In Dodi Papase, during April, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dodi Papase, there are 133.6 rainfall days, and 555mm (21.85") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dodi Papase, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of April in Dodi Papase, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:07 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Dodi Papase is April, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Dodi Papase are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
Act with caution. Neglecting protection can lead to skin and eye damage in moments. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.