April weather forecast
Akounougbé, Ivory Coast

April, the same as March, in Akounougbé, Ivory Coast, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 31.4°C (88.5°F) and 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature in April, at a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), reveals a modest deviation from March's 31.2°C (88.2°F). Throughout the month of April, the average temperature dips to a moderately hot 25.9°C (78.6°F) at night.

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is evaluated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. 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. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 79%.

Rainfall

In Akounougbé, during April, the rain falls for 22.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Akounougbé, there are 291.5 rainfall days, and 1061mm (41.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Akounougbé, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of April, in Akounougbé, Ivory Coast, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:18 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9h.

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.