April weather forecastDakar, Senegal
April
Weather in April
April initiates a departure from Dakar's dry spell, as precipitation records 2mm (0.08") of rainfall, offering a slight but noticeable change from previous months. Along with the introduction of occasional showers, the month sustains the cooling trend of temperatures with a low of 20.3°C (68.5°F) and high of 22.2°C (72°F). While mild temperatures persist, April discloses a rise in humidity, now standing at 77% relative humidity. Sunshine duration continues to be generous, granting ample daylight. Residents and visitors can embrace slightly milder afternoons and cooler evenings.Temperature
Dakar's temperature records reveal April as the coldest month, marked by average highs of 22.2°C (72°F) and lows of 20.3°C (68.5°F).Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity in Dakar is 77%.Rainfall
April through November are months with rainfall. April is the first month it rains. Throughout April, in the average 1.5 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Dakar, Senegal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 53.1 days and collects up to 235mm (9.25") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In April, the average sea temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F).Note: Swimming in 20.8°C (69.4°F) is not a pleasurable activity for the majority of people. Breathing becomes increasingly challenging as water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 12h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 19:21. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 19:26 GMT.
Sunshine
April and May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Dakar. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in April translates into this advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Dakar, Senegal
- Average high temperature in April: 22.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is April (22.2°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 20.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (20.2°C).
Average pressure in April
Dakar, Senegal
- Average pressure in April: 1011.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.3mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Dakar, Senegal
- Average wind speed in April: 26.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (27.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (15.2km/h).
Average humidity in April
Dakar, Senegal
- Average humidity in April: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (59%).
Average rainfall in April
Dakar, Senegal
- Average rainfall in April: 2mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (88mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Dakar, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in April: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and March (0.3 days).
Average sea temperature in April
Dakar, Senegal
- Average sea temperature in April: 20.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (28.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (19.9°C).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Dakar, Senegal
- Average daylight in April: 12h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in April: 9h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in April
Dakar, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in April: 28.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (30.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.3 days).
Average UV index in April
Dakar, Senegal
- Average UV index in April: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in April
Dakar, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in April: 6
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in April
Dakar, Senegal
- Average visibility in April: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
