April weather forecastBruce, Guinea-Bissau

April

Weather in April

April, like March, in Bruce, Guinea-Bissau, is another sweltering spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35°C (95°F) and an average low of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

As April unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still sweltering 35°C (95°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Bruce's average low-temperature in April is measured at a moderately hot 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for April is calculated to be a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. 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 particularly relevant to children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation 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 in Bruce is 50%.

Rainfall

In Bruce, during April, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.5 rainfall days, and 726mm (28.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bruce, Guinea-Bissau, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:17 GMT.

Sunshine

March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Bruce, Guinea-Bissau.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bruce. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

In Bruce, 35°C (95°F) is the average high-temperature and 23.5°C (74.3°F) is the average low-temperature during April. In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 41°C (105.8°F).

The average relative humidity in April in Bruce is 50%.

In Bruce, during April, the rain falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

In Bruce, Guinea-Bissau, the average day length in April is 12h and 23min.

On the first day of April in Bruce, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:17 GMT.

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

The average sunshine duration in April in Bruce is 9.9h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bruce.

The months with the lowest UV index in Bruce are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Bruce is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in April
Bruce, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average high temperature in April: 35°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (35.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.8°C).

Average pressure in April
Bruce, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average pressure in April: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Bruce, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average wind speed in April: 12.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (9km/h).

Average humidity in April
Bruce, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average humidity in April: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (32%).

Average rainfall in April
Bruce, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average rainfall in April: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (270mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Bruce, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average rainfall days in April: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.3 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Bruce, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Bruce, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average sunshine days in April: 27.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Bruce, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average UV index in April: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in April
Bruce, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average cloud cover in April: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in April
Bruce, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (9km).