April weather forecastAkwa, Nigeria

Weather in April

April, like March, is another tropical spring month in Akwa, Nigeria, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.4°C (93.9°F) and an average low of 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

The initiation of April sees an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.4°C (93.9°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. Akwa records a mean low-temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) in April.

Heat index

The heat index in April is computed to be a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In April, in Akwa, the rain falls for 22.5 days. Throughout April, 70mm (2.76") of precipitation is accumulated. In Akwa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 253.1 days and collects up to 1279mm (50.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Akwa, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of April in Akwa, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

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 health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. 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 ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.