April weather forecast
Owena, Nigeria

April, like March, is a hot spring month in Owena, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.3°C (73.9°F) and 33.5°C (92.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of April brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.5°C (92.3°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Owena, in April, witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index in April is appraised at a life-threatening hot 50°C (122°F). Watchful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are predicted. Continued exertion could lead to heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Owena, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 27.8 days. Throughout April, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is accumulated. In Owena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 272.9 days and collects up to 1136mm (44.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Owena, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:48 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.9h.

UV index

In Owena, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.