April weather forecast
Boajibu, Sierra Leone

April, like March, in Boajibu, Sierra Leone, is another torrid spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 35.4°C (95.7°F) and min 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into April, Boajibu records an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 35.4°C (95.7°F), almost identical to March's 36.2°C (97.2°F). A significant drop from the day's peak to an average low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F) is noted during the nights in April.

Heat index

April's mean heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 54°C (129.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Boajibu is 74%.

Rainfall

In Boajibu, in April, it is raining for 24 days, with typically 88mm (3.46") of accumulated precipitation. In Boajibu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 270.4 days and collects up to 1590mm (62.6") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Boajibu, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:54 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.