April weather forecast
Botai, Guinea-Bissau

April, like March, in Botai, Guinea-Bissau, is another torrid spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35°C (95°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

April's climate shows a minor adjustment in average high-temperatures to a still torrid 35°C (95°F) from March's 35.5°C (95.9°F). Botai's nights in April experience an average temperature drop to a moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during April is evaluated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. 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.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 50%.

Rainfall

In April, in Botai, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout April, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated. In Botai, Guinea-Bissau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.5 days and collects up to 726mm (28.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Botai is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:15. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:17 GMT.

Sunshine

March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Botai. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during April translates into the following guidance:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.