April weather forecastMape, Sierra Leone

April

Weather in April

April, like March, is a hot spring month in Mape, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

April records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. Mape's nights in April experience an average temperature drop to a warm 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during April is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. 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 often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In April, in Mape, the rain falls for 9.7 days. Throughout April, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mape, Sierra Leone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mape, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

In April, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in April is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).

The average relative humidity in April is 74%.

In Mape, in April, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 18mm (0.71") of accumulated precipitation.

In April, the average day length is 12h and 19min.

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 19:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:02 GMT.

In April, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Mape is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Mape, Sierra Leone

  • Average high temperature in April: 30.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.9°C).

Average pressure in April
Mape, Sierra Leone

  • Average pressure in April: 1010.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Mape, Sierra Leone

  • Average wind speed in April: 11.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.8km/h).

Average humidity in April
Mape, Sierra Leone

  • Average humidity in April: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (68%).

Average rainfall in April
Mape, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall in April: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (391mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Mape, Sierra Leone

  • Average rainfall days in April: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.8 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Mape, Sierra Leone

  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in April
Mape, Sierra Leone

  • Average sunshine days in April: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (0.5 days).

Average UV index in April
Mape, Sierra Leone

  • Average UV index in April: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in April
Mape, Sierra Leone

  • Average cloud cover in April: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in April
Mape, Sierra Leone

  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).