April weather forecast
Batonou, Togo

April, like March, is another hot spring month in Batonou, Togo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°C (78.3°F) and 34.9°C (94.8°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during April registers at a hot 34.9°C (94.8°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. Batonou's average low-temperature for the month of April records at a moderately hot 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for April is appraised at a blazing hot 51°C (123.8°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Batonou, Togo, is 71%.

Rainfall

In Batonou, in April, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation. In Batonou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 216.6 days and collects up to 631mm (24.84") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of April in Batonou, Togo, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:00 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Batonou is 9.1h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Batonou. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.