April weather forecast
Masungbo, Sierra Leone

April, the same as March, is another torrid spring month in Masungbo, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.7°C (99.9°F) and min 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

Masungbo marks the onset of April with an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 37.7°C (99.9°F), subtly divergent from March's 38.4°C (101.1°F). Contrasting the daytime warmth, Masungbo's April nights cool down to an average of 24°C (75.2°F).

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 56°C (132.8°F). Warning: These weather conditions are understood as overly dangerous, heatstroke is inevitable.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 63%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout April, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 225.8 rainfall days, and 1471mm (57.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:58. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:58 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.