April weather forecastKikro, Ivory Coast

Weather in April

April, like March, in Kikro, Ivory Coast, is another fiery hot spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.1°C (97°F) and min 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Temperature

Kikro greets April with an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 36.1°C (97°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Kikro's average nighttime temperatures present a clear contrast to its daytime highs, measured at a warm 23.3°C (73.9°F) in April.

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 56°C (132.8°F). Warning: These weather conditions are judged as exceedingly dangerous, with heatstroke looming.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 extremely significant for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Kikro, Ivory Coast, in April, it is raining for 23.5 days, with typically 86mm (3.39") of accumulated precipitation. In Kikro, Ivory Coast, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237.8 days and collects up to 883mm (34.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kikro, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of April, in Kikro, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:29 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Kikro is 9.1h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kikro. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.