April weather forecastPouroum, Togo

Weather in April

April, like March, in Pouroum, Togo, is a very hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.8°C (78.4°F) and an average high of 38.2°C (100.8°F).

Temperature

April reports an average high-temperature of a still torrid 38.2°C (100.8°F), slightly varied from March's 39.2°C (102.6°F). Pouroum's temperature in April declines substantially from daytime highs, settling at a consistent average of 25.8°C (78.4°F) during the nights.

Heat index

For April, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Watchful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are predicted. Continued exertion could lead to heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Pouroum is 48%.

Rainfall

In April, in Pouroum, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout April, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.6 rainfall days, and 640mm (25.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of April, in Pouroum, sunrise is at 05:38 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

The months with the highest UV index are February through April, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 8 during April translates into the following guidance:
Ensure you're always protected. Unprotected skin can get damaged in moments. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.