April weather forecast
Bitam, Gabon

April retains the humid and rainy theme of the year in Bitam, Gabon. It tops the monthly average rainfall, reaching its peak at 170mm (6.69") for the year. Despite the peak rainfall, daylight and sunshine hours only differ marginally from those of March. On the bright side, the cloud cover does provide some relief from the high UV index, which remains constant as the preceding months. Wind speed decreases further, contributing to the overall calmness of the month.

Temperature

Bitam ushers in April with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. April in Bitam sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 21.1°C (70°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in April is evaluated at a blistering 44°C (111.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Bitam is 87%.

Rainfall

In Bitam, Gabon, during April, the rain falls for 28 days and regularly aggregates up to 170mm (6.69") of precipitation. In Bitam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 317.5 days and collects up to 1608mm (63.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bitam, Gabon, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of April in Bitam, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:16 WAT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Bitam is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in April leads to these guidelines:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.