April weather forecastDofili, Guinea

Weather in April

April, like March, is a hot spring month in Dofili, Guinea, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.3°C (75.7°F) and max 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in April, at a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), reveals a modest deviation from March's 30.8°C (87.4°F). In April, Dofili encounters an average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index for April is calculated to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Dofili, in April, during 8.2 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 1410mm (55.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Dofili. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.