April weather forecastIlugun, Nigeria

April

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is a very hot spring month in Ilugun, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 35.1°C (95.2°F) and 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

Ilugun notes an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 35.1°C (95.2°F) in April, hardly diverging from March. Ilugun throughout April, records an average low-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

In April, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 51°C (123.8°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 71%.

Rainfall

In Ilugun, during April, the rain falls for 21.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 242.8 rainfall days, and 893mm (35.16") 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 06:43 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:53 WAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.7h.

UV index

January through May, September 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Ilugun, 35.1°C (95.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 25.5°C (77.9°F) is the average low-temperature during April. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in April is computed to be 51°C (123.8°F).

In Ilugun, the average relative humidity in April is 71%.

In April, the rain falls for 21.8 days. Throughout April, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Ilugun, the average day length in April is 12h and 17min.

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:53 WAT.

In April, the average sunshine duration is 8.7h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M April M J J A S O N D

Mar

April

May

Average high temperature

35.9°C

35.1°C

33.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.6km/h

9.4km/h

8.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

5.5

4.5

5.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average high temperature in April: 35.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (37°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.9°C).

Average low temperature in April: 25.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (25.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.1°C).

Average pressure in April
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average pressure in April: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average wind speed in April: 8.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in April
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average humidity in April: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (56%).

Average rainfall in April
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average rainfall in April: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (145mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (4mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in April: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.9 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average daylight in April: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

Average sunshine in April: 8h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in April
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in April: 4.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.4 days).

Average UV index in April
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average UV index in April: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in April
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in April: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in April
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March and April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (7km).