April weather forecast
Akaba, Togo

The month of April brings in the wet season in full swing. The rainfall reaches 64mm (2.52"), creating a lush, verdant environment. This month has the highest relative humidity at 66%. Despite these conditions, the temperatures remain warm and the daylight hours are still abundant. Also, the winds remain stable, ensuring that the weather does not pose any challenges for daily routines.

Temperature

Akaba's average high-temperature in April sits at a still very hot 35.7°C (96.3°F), showing little difference from the previous month. Akaba records a consistent low-temperature of 24°C (75.2°F) during April nights.

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 51°C (123.8°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In Akaba, the average relative humidity in April is 66%.

Rainfall

In Akaba, in April, it is raining for 23 days, with typically 64mm (2.52") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 227.3 rainfall days, and 958mm (37.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Akaba is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of April, in Akaba, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:05 GMT.

Sunshine

April has the most sunshine of the year in Akaba, with an average of 11.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in April converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.