April weather forecast
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso

April brings the first notable signs of the wet season in Ouagadougou with a steep rise in rainfall to 23mm (0.91"). The month is distinct for the high intensity of UV light, equal to that in March. It continues the trend from the previous month of increased humidity and relatively high temperatures. Despite the expecting shift towards the wet season, the amount of sunshine remains largely constant. These conditions combine to create a warm and humid atmosphere throughout April.

Temperature

April, on average, is the warmest month, registering a high temperature of 39.1°C (102.4°F) and a low of 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Humidity

In Ouagadougou, the average relative humidity in April is 39.5%.

Rainfall

In Ouagadougou, in April, it is raining for 0.6 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 35.2 rainfall days, and 788mm (31.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:20 GMT.

Sunshine

In Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, the average sunshine in April is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 12 during April translates into the following directions:
Undertake every vital safety procedure, as unprotected skin and eyes could sustain burns in no time. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. A broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ should be used liberally and reapplied every two hours or post an outdoor workout or swim.