April weather forecast
Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast

The rainy trend continues through April with Yamoussoukro experiencing a further increase in precipitation. The last traces of the dry season vanish as the city gears up for the abundant rainfalls of the mid-year. Temperatures see a slight dip from the previous month, bringing the weather in line with the increased cloud cover. April becomes a season of greens and glooms under the Ivorian sky.

Temperature

The shift from March to April is characterized by an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.9°C (91.2°F), not significantly different from the 33.5°C (92.3°F) of March. During April nights, Yamoussoukro records an average temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Rainfall

In Yamoussoukro, in April, during 10 rainfall days, 126mm (4.96") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 113 rainfall days, and 1126mm (44.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January through May, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through May, August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 12 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Put into effect every essential safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes might burn instantly. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Apply and frequently reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen after every two hours, or immediately after a swim or outdoor exercise.