April weather forecast
Bodo, Nigeria

April, the same as March, in Bodo, Nigeria, is another tropical spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

March's transformation into April witnesses an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. Bodo marks an average drop to a warm 25.8°C (78.4°F) during nighttime in April, following the high of the day.

Heat index

Throughout April, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 23.4 days. Throughout April, 84mm (3.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bodo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 300.7 days and collects up to 1894mm (74.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Bodo, Nigeria, is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:36 WAT.

Sunshine

In Bodo, the average sunshine in April is 8.5h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during April translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. 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. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.