April weather forecastKaguite, Senegal

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is another torrid spring month in Kaguite, Senegal, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°C (101.7°F) and 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

Kaguite sees its peak of temperatures during March and April, with an average high-temperature of 38.7°C (101.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during April is computed to be a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Be alert: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a threat with sustained physical activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April 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. In Kaguite, 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 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:19 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine 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. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during April translates into the following guidance:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.