April weather forecast
Akare, Togo

April, like March, in Akare, Togo, is a very hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.2°C (100.8°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

Entering April, Akare's average high-temperature reads a still fiery hot 38.2°C (100.8°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. Akare sees a major change from daytime highs, with the nighttime temperature dipping to a moderately hot 25.8°C (78.4°F) on average during April.

Heat index

For April, the heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Heed: Expect heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continued action may cause heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 48%.

Rainfall

In April, in Akare, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout April, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. In Akare, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.6 days and collects up to 640mm (25.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Akare, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:07 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.8h of sunshine, April has the most sunshine of the year in Akare.

UV index

February through April, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 8 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Always safeguard yourself; without protection, skin and eyes can get damaged instantly. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.