April weather forecastKouroussa, Guinea

Weather in April

In April, Kouroussa undergoes a transition towards the wet season. Along with this shift, the city experiences its highest temperature of the year, reaching up to 39.3°C (102.7°F). From a pleasant warmth of March, temperatures take a significant jump in April, making it comparatively hotter. Coupled with this are the increasingly gloomy skies made evident by a raised percentage of 19% cloud cover - a significant increment over March's clear conditions. Despite the elevated temperatures, the city is often shrouded under clouds, and the increased rainfall transforms it into a landscape of verdant abundance.

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still sweltering 39.3°C (102.7°F) in April, hardly different from the 39.4°C (102.9°F) recorded in March. Kouroussa experiences a significant reduction from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) in April.

Heat index

The heat index value for April is evaluated at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In Kouroussa, the average relative humidity in April is 42%.

Rainfall

In Kouroussa, Guinea, during April, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. In Kouroussa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 814mm (32.05") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Kouroussa is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:51 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

March and April, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 8 in April leads to these recommendations:
Prioritize your safety. Without precautions, skin and eyes might get hurt quickly. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.