April weather forecast
Pupal, Guinea-Bissau

April, the same as March, is another torrid spring month in Pupal, Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.7°C (98.1°F) and min 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

With the onset of April, the average high-temperature registers at a still very hot 36.7°C (98.1°F), subtly different from March's 37.1°C (98.8°F). With the onset of night in April, Pupal reveals a significant decrease in temperature, averaging at a pleasant 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

April's heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 45%.

Rainfall

In Pupal, in April, during 1.8 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pupal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.1 days and collects up to 677mm (26.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 25min.
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 19:18 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are March and April, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.