April weather forecastFanda, Senegal

April

Weather in April

April, like March, in Fanda, Senegal, is a very hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 22.5°C (72.5°F) and 38.7°C (101.7°F).

Temperature

In Fanda, the months of March and April register the highest average temperatures, peaking at 38.7°C (101.7°F).

Heat index

In April, the heat index is estimated at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 40%.

Rainfall

Months with rainfall are April through November. April is the first month it rains. Throughout April, in the average 1.4 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.1 rainfall days, and 617mm (24.29") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:19 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through July, 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 health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Jul 1, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

During March and April, Fanda registers its highest temperatures, averaging a high of 38.7°C (101.7°F).

In April, in Fanda, the average high-temperature is 38.7°C (101.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.5°C (72.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in April is estimated at 45°C (113°F).

In Fanda, the average relative humidity in April is 40%.

April is the first month it rains. Throughout April, in the average 1.4 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

In April, the average day length is 12h and 25min.

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 19:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 19:19 GMT.

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

In Fanda, the average sunshine duration in April is 9.9h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

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

Mar

April

May

Average high temperature

38.7°C

37.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13.8km/h

14km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

30.6

28.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

10%

Average visibility

10km

Average temperature in April
Fanda, Senegal

Average high temperature in April: 38.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (38.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.3°C).

Average low temperature in April: 22.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.6°C).

Average pressure in April
Fanda, Senegal

Average pressure in April: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Fanda, Senegal

Average wind speed in April: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in April
Fanda, Senegal

Average humidity in April: 40%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (22%).

Average rainfall in April
Fanda, Senegal

Average rainfall in April: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (228mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Fanda, Senegal

Average rainfall days in April: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Fanda, Senegal

Average daylight in April: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in April: 9h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Fanda, Senegal

Average sunshine days in April: 28.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Fanda, Senegal

Average UV index in April: 7

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

Average cloud cover in April
Fanda, Senegal

Average cloud cover in April: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in April
Fanda, Senegal

Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).