April weather forecastBilafu, Sierra Leone

Weather in April

April, like March, in Bilafu, Sierra Leone, is another sweltering spring month, with an average temperature varying between 37.7°C (99.9°F) and 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

April's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still very hot 37.7°C (99.9°F), diverging marginally from March's 38.4°C (101.1°F). A striking difference from the daytime highs is registered during April nights, with an average temperature of 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

In April, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 56°C (132.8°F). Warning: These weather conditions are considered as extremely dangerous, as heatstroke is imminent.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Bilafu, Sierra Leone, is 63%.

Rainfall

In Bilafu, Sierra Leone, in April, during 16.1 rainfall days, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bilafu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 225.8 days and collects up to 1471mm (57.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:59. On the last day of April, in Bilafu, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:59 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bilafu are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.