April weather forecast
Ikotun, Nigeria

April, like March, is a hot spring month in Ikotun, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.6°C (92.5°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

The initiation of April records an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.6°C (92.5°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Ikotun, during April nights, observes an average temperature of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

For April, the heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In Ikotun, the average relative humidity in April is 73%.

Rainfall

In April, in Ikotun, Nigeria, the rain falls for 8.4 days. Throughout April, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ikotun, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.7 days and collects up to 481mm (18.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Ikotun, Nigeria, is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of April in Ikotun, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:54 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Ikotun is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ikotun are January through May, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.