April weather forecast
Bonikro, Ivory Coast

April, the same as March, is a very hot spring month in Bonikro, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.1°C (97°F) and 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

With the onset of April, the average high-temperature registers at a still torrid 36.1°C (97°F), subtly different from March's 36.3°C (97.3°F). April nights in Bonikro experience a distinct temperature drop from the daily highs, with an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

In April, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 56°C (132.8°F). Warning: These weather conditions are judged as exceedingly dangerous, with heatstroke looming.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In Bonikro, the average relative humidity in April is 72%.

Rainfall

In Bonikro, in April, it is raining for 23.5 days, with typically 86mm (3.39") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 237.8 rainfall days, and 883mm (34.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Bonikro is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:28 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in April interprets into the following advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.