April weather forecast
Buba, Guinea-Bissau

April in Buba, Guinea-Bissau, ushers with it, the promise of showers. As temperatures cool down slightly from their March high, rainfall experiences a hike, up from March—from 1mm (0.04") to 3mm (0.12"). The month sees a transition from a dry to a more humid climate, evident in the rising relative humidity. Daylight hours reach their zenith in this month, hitting a high of 12.4 hours. Stepping into May, prepare for a noticeable change in weather conditions.

Temperature

Buba's weather in April indicates an average high-temperature of a sweltering 39.5°C (103.1°F), nearly consistent with the 40.2°C (104.4°F) of March. In Buba, the average temperature during the nights of April marks a significant drop from the daily high, settling at a pleasant 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

In April, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 53°C (127.4°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 50%.

Rainfall

In Buba, in April, it is raining for 1.9 days, with typically 3mm (0.12") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Buba, there are 109.7 rainfall days, and 868mm (34.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Buba, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:13 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Buba is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in April translates into the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.