April weather forecast
Brikama, The Gambia

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Weather in April

As Brikama moves into April, there is a marked shift in almost all weather aspects. As the amount of rainfall recorded increases, temperatures tend to rise, hinting at the onset of the wet season. The humidity also follows a similar upward trend leading to muggy conditions. The length of daylight increases, but cloud cover also intensifies affecting the overall sunshine duration. The average rainfall recorded stands at 1mm (0.04"), indicating a wetter horizon in the coming months.

Temperature

April ushers in an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.9°C (80.4°F) in Brikama, aligning closely with the preceding month. Brikama notes an average temperature descent to an agreeable 22.2°C (72°F) in April, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 64%.

Rainfall

In Brikama, The Gambia, in April, during 1.8 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 80.9 rainfall days, and 436mm (17.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Brikama, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of April, in Brikama, The Gambia, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:21 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Brikama are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What are April temperatures in Brikama?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Brikama, is 26.9°C (80.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 22.2°C (72°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in March is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Brikama?

In April, the average relative humidity in Brikama is 64%.

How many days does it rain in April in Brikama?

In April, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout April, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Brikama?

In April, the average day length in Brikama, The Gambia, is 12h and 26min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Brikama?

On the first day of April in Brikama, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 19:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 19:21 GMT.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Brikama?

The months with the most sunshine in Brikama, The Gambia, are March through May, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Brikama have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration is 9.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Brikama?

The months with the lowest UV index in Brikama, The Gambia, are January through April, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index reading in April in Brikama?

In Brikama, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in April
Brikama, The Gambia

Average temperature in April - Brikama, The Gambia
  • Average high temperature in April: 26.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is May (26.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 22.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (21.7°C).

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Average pressure in April
Brikama, The Gambia

Average pressure in April - Brikama, The Gambia
  • Average pressure in April: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Brikama, The Gambia

Average wind speed in April - Brikama, The Gambia
  • Average wind speed in April: 19.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (20.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (13.6km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Brikama, The Gambia

Average humidity in April - Brikama, The Gambia
  • Average humidity in April: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (44%).

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Average rainfall in April
Brikama, The Gambia

Average rainfall in April - Brikama, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall in April: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (183mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Brikama, The Gambia

Average rainfall days in April - Brikama, The Gambia
  • Average rainfall days in April: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.3 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Brikama, The Gambia

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Brikama, The Gambia
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are March, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Brikama, The Gambia

Average sunshine days in April - Brikama, The Gambia
  • Average sunshine days in April: 28.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.7 days).

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Average UV index in April
Brikama, The Gambia

Average UV index in April - Brikama, The Gambia
  • Average UV index in April: 6

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

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Average cloud cover in April
Brikama, The Gambia

Average cloud cover in April - Brikama, The Gambia
  • Average cloud cover in April: 6

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in April
Brikama, The Gambia

Average visibility in April - Brikama, The Gambia
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

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

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