April weather forecast
Abidjan, Ivory Coast

April in Abidjan witnesses similar weather patterns to March, with only a nominal rise in temperature. The atmospheric pressure remains stable, with extended daylight hours offering plenty of room for outdoor activities. The city's characteristic humidity persists. Tidal waves are experienced in the sea due to the rise in wind speed. April in this city is a time of moderate and balanced weather elements.

Temperature

Abidjan's April weather, marked by an average high temperature of 30.6°C (87.1°F) and an average low temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F), is the warmest in the year.

Heat index

The average heat index in April is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 79%.

Rainfall

In Abidjan, in April, it is raining for 22.2 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Abidjan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 288.7 days and collects up to 1009mm (39.72") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is April, with an average sea temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).
Note: Temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are excellent for swimming, diving, and other water activities, providing comfort and enjoyment for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of April, in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:22 GMT.

Sunshine

January and April, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during April translates into the following guidance:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Caution! The Sun's UV rays become stronger due to reflections from water and sand.