April weather forecast
Makumri, Sierra Leone

April, like March, is another hot spring month in Makumri, Sierra Leone, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

With the transition into April, Makumri notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), closely resembling March. An average temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) is recorded during the nights in April.

Heat index

The heat index value for April is appraised at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. 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. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Makumri is 74%.

Rainfall

In Makumri, in April, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 205.9 rainfall days, and 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Makumri, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 19:01 GMT.

Sunshine

In Makumri, the average sunshine in April 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During April, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.