April weather forecast
Mayaki, Sierra Leone

April, like March, is another hot spring month in Mayaki, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°C (77.5°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

Mayaki's April reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), exhibiting a minor difference from March. An average temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) is recorded in Mayaki, Sierra Leone, during the nights in April.

Heat index

The average heat index in April is estimated at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day 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 19:02 GMT.

Sunshine

In Mayaki, Sierra Leone, the average sunshine in April is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mayaki are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in April converts into the following recommendations:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.