April weather forecast
Sanda, Sierra Leone

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

Temperature

Sanda starts April with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from March. During April, Sanda records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

April's heat index is estimated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Sanda, the average sunshine in April is 9.5h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Sanda. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.