April weather forecastKodjo, Togo

Weather in April

April, like March, in Kodjo, Togo, is another fiery hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.2°C (95.4°F) and an average low of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

The transition from March to April brings an average high-temperature of a still very hot 35.2°C (95.4°F), barely different from March's 35.5°C (95.9°F). An average temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F) marks the nights in April.

Heat index

Throughout April, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 52°C (125.6°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 71%.

Rainfall

In Kodjo, during April, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kodjo, Togo, there are 215.8 rainfall days, and 648mm (25.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kodjo, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of April in Kodjo, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:02 GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Kodjo is April, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kodjo are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.