April weather forecast
Gaherre, Djibouti

By April, Gaherre, Djibouti begins to experience a surge in temperature, marking a definite change from the more comfortable heat of March. Dry conditions prevail, with a drop in both relative humidity and rainfall. The increased temperature is supplemented by longer hours of sunshine, totaling an average of 12.4 hours per day. The breeze also lessens slightly compared to March. The high in April escalates to a significantly warmer 30.6°C (87.1°F), encapsulating the transition towards the approaching hot season.

Temperature

During April, Gaherre records an average high-temperature of a hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), marking a slight divergence from March's 28.3°C (82.9°F). Gaherre observes an average low-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F) during the slightly cooler nights of April.

Heat index

The average heat index in April is calculated to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Gaherre, the average relative humidity in April is 72%.

Rainfall

In Gaherre, during April, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of precipitation. In Gaherre, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.4 days and collects up to 125mm (4.92") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Gaherre, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.

Daylight

In Gaherre, 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 EAT.

Sunshine

In Gaherre, the average sunshine in April is 10.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in April translates into the following instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. 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. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.