April weather forecast
Dofili, Guinea

April, the same as March, in Dofili, Guinea, is another tropical spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.3°C (75.7°F) and 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

The beginning of April records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), marking a negligible difference from March's 30.8°C (87.4°F). During April, the average low-temperature is a moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index for April is appraised at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 71%.

Rainfall

In Dofili, in April, during 8.2 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dofili, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 1410mm (55.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of April, in Dofili, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:05 GMT.

Sunshine

In Dofili, Guinea, the average sunshine in April is 9.7h.

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in April leads to these recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.