April weather forecast
Vavoua, Ivory Coast

Quite similar to March, April is characterized by an overwhelmingly warm and wet climate. It is evident in every gust of wind and every drop from the sky that the wet season is in full swing. This month witnesses even fewer sunshine hours, suggesting that the city is often enveloped by clouds which also contribute to a slight drop in visibility. In addition to the high humidity, April is considerable with about 86mm (3.39") of rainfall spread over 22.2 days. Overall, temperatures remain stable, creating a moist, tropical environment.

Temperature

April's arrival in Vavoua brings an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35.3°C (95.5°F), slightly deviating from March's 35.6°C (96.1°F). April nights present a stark temperature decrease to a pleasant 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during April is calculated to be a burning hot 55°C (131°F). Warning: These weather conditions are treated as highly risky, with approaching heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. 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. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Vavoua, the average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In Vavoua, in April, it is raining for 22.2 days, with typically 86mm (3.39") of accumulated precipitation. In Vavoua, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.7 days and collects up to 845mm (33.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of April in Vavoua, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:34 GMT.

Sunshine

In Vavoua, the average sunshine in April is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in April interprets into the following advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.