April weather forecastSomone, Senegal

Weather in April

April, like March, is a hot spring month in Somone, Senegal, with an average temperature varying between 33.7°C (92.7°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

April's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still tropical 33.7°C (92.7°F) from March's 33.8°C (92.8°F). Somone's April nights represent a significant downturn from the day's heat, with an average temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during April is computed to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Somone, the average relative humidity in April is 51%.

Rainfall

In Somone, during April, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Somone, Senegal, there are 58.9 rainfall days, and 244mm (9.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Somone is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of April in Somone, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 19:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:25 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Somone is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.