April weather forecast
Babak, Senegal

April, like March, is a hot spring month in Babak, Senegal, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.3°C (68.5°F) and 33.7°C (92.7°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Babak's average high-temperature at the onset of April, reaching a still hot 33.7°C (92.7°F) from March's 34.1°C (93.4°F). Despite a stark disparity with daily highs, Babak records an average nighttime temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F) in April.

Heat index

The heat index value for April is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 51%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall in Babak are April through November. April is the first month it rains. Throughout April, in the average 1.3 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Babak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 55.9 days and collects up to 220mm (8.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Babak is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:24 GMT.

Sunshine

In Babak, the average sunshine in April is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.