April weather forecastEtama, Senegal

Weather in April

April, like March, in Etama, Senegal, is another sweltering spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.7°C (101.7°F) and min 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

Etama's highest average temperatures are recorded in March and April, reaching a high of 38.7°C (101.7°F).

Heat index

In April, the heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 40%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are April through November. April is the first month it rains in Etama. Throughout April, in the average 1.4 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Etama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.1 days and collects up to 617mm (24.29") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of April, in Etama, Senegal, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:19 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Etama, Senegal, are March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Etama. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during April leads to these instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.