April weather forecastIkpasse, Togo

Weather in April

April, like March, in Ikpasse, Togo, is another sweltering spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.7°C (101.7°F) and min 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Ikpasse's average high-temperature is noted with the start of April, touching a still torrid 38.7°C (101.7°F) from March's 39.3°C (102.7°F). During the nights in April, Ikpasse observes an average low-temperature of 27.8°C (82°F).

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is computed to be a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Ikpasse, the average relative humidity in April is 46%.

Rainfall

In Ikpasse, during April, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation. In Ikpasse, Togo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.5 days and collects up to 570mm (22.44") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ikpasse, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:09 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ikpasse are February through April, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, a daily UV index of 8 turns into the following recommendations:
Swift harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Prioritize safety. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.