April weather forecast
Mpal, Senegal

During April, Mpal experiences heightened warmth as the city transitions towards summer. An increase in temperatures, both during the day and night can be noticed from the previous month. There’s a slight drop in the number of clear skies and the humidity levels are on the rise. The month experiences 1mm (0.04") rainfall, a marginal shift from the absolutely dry season prevalent until March. Despite these changes, visitors can enjoy an extended daylight due to the longer sunshine hours in April.

Temperature

Mpal, Senegal, notes an average high-temperature of a still very hot 36.5°C (97.7°F) in April, hardly diverging from March. Mpal anticipates a stark contrast in temperature during April nights, with an average low of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during April is computed to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 41%.

Rainfall

April is the last month it rains in Mpal, Senegal. During 1.4 rainfall days, in April, Mpal aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. In Mpal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 46.6 days and collects up to 168mm (6.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mpal, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:23 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in April converts into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.