April weather forecastMahalé, Ivory Coast

Weather in April

April, like March, in Mahalé, Ivory Coast, is another torrid spring month, with an average temperature varying between 23.9°C (75°F) and 37.4°C (99.3°F).

Temperature

April welcomes an average high-temperature of a still very hot 37.4°C (99.3°F), not much different from the preceding month. Mahalé experiences a dramatic descent in temperature during April, with the average nighttime reading settling at a warm 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during April is evaluated at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical 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.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Mahalé, the average relative humidity in April is 50%.

Rainfall

In Mahalé, in April, during 11.4 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mahalé, there are 163.8 rainfall days, and 892mm (35.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:38 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

March and April, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 8 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Be constantly cautious; skin and eyes can be quickly affected if left unprotected. 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. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.