April weather forecast
Haba, Togo

April marks an evident shift in weather conditions as the city of Haba prepares for higher humidity and considerable rainfall. As April progresses, you'll experience an increase in high temperatures, crossing the 35°C (95°F) mark. A substantial increase in the volume of rainfall, up to 50mm (1.97"), signifies the commencement of the rainy season. Expect shorter sunshine hours in this month due to the increasing cloud coverage. Days have longer durations, but a significant portion is marked by overcast skies.

Temperature

The initiation of April in Haba records an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 37.5°C (99.5°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. April presents a sharp fall from Haba's daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Heat index

In April, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. 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 especially crucial 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.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In Haba, the average relative humidity in April is 51%.

Rainfall

In Haba, in April, it is raining for 11.3 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation. In Haba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 630mm (24.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Haba, Togo, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 20min.
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

The month with the most sunshine is April, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

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 risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 8 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Act with urgency in protecting yourself. Without it, skin and eyes can be harmed in no time. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.