April weather forecast
Kirima, Sierra Leone

April, the same as March, in Kirima, Sierra Leone, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°C (77.5°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

Kirima experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F) in April, closely aligned with March's 31°C (87.8°F). An average temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) is recorded during the nights in April.

Heat index

April's average heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical 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.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Kirima, Sierra Leone, is 74%.

Rainfall

In Kirima, during April, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. In Kirima, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Kirima is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during April translates into the following guidance:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.