April weather forecastMatam, Senegal
April
Weather in April
April marks a significant change in weather conditions, accommodating the highest temperatures of the year between 26.2°C (79.2°F) and 41.1°C (106°F). Matam experiences longer daylight hours during this period, allowing for extended outdoor activities. Despite the increase in temperature, the city remains relatively dry, with negligible rainfall. Owing to the high temperatures, April positions as the warmest month in Matam. The weather pattern in May measures comparable with longer sunshine hours, yet increased relative humidity.Temperature
The commencement of April in Matam records an average high-temperature of a blisteringly hot 41.1°C (106°F), barely varying from March's 38.3°C (100.9°F). Matam reports a substantial plunge from daytime highs during the nights of April, with an average low-temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F).Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity in Matam is 14%.Rainfall
In Matam, during April, the rain falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Matam, there are 37.6 rainfall days, and 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 30min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:47 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of April, in Matam, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 19:11 GMT.
Sunshine
March through June and October, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Matam are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 9 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Taking safety measures is non-negotiable; skin and eyes can be swiftly affected if neglected. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Even if it's cloudy, generously apply and frequently reapply a sunscreen with no less than a 30 sun protection factor after each swim or outdoor exercise.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Matam, Senegal
- Average high temperature in April: 41.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (42.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 26.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.4°C).
Average pressure in April
Matam, Senegal
- Average pressure in April: 1009mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Matam, Senegal
- Average wind speed in April: 15.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (12.3km/h).
Average humidity in April
Matam, Senegal
- Average humidity in April: 14%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (47%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (13%).
Average rainfall in April
Matam, Senegal
- Average rainfall in April: 1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (57mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Matam, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in April: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (10.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (0 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Matam, 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 12min).
- Average sunshine in April: 9h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are March, April, May, June and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in April
Matam, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in April: 29 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (18.3 days).
Average UV index in April
Matam, Senegal
- Average UV index in April: 9
The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in April
Matam, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in April: 6
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in April
Matam, 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).
