April weather forecast
Timbuktu, Mali

April brings the most intense heat to Timbuktu, making it the hottest month of the year. The city experiences the highest average temperature of 40°C (104°F), often making outdoor activities challenging during the day. As rainfall remains scarce, the city remains extremely dry. The days continue to lengthen, offering plenty of sunshine, while the strong UV radiation persists. Proper hydration and sun protection are advised throughout the month.

Temperature

With the onset of April, Timbuktu's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from March's sweltering 36.6°C (97.9°F) to an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Despite a significant disparity with daytime temperatures, an average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) is recorded in Timbuktu during April.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 0.6 days. Throughout April, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated. In Timbuktu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 25.3 days and collects up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Timbuktu, Mali, is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:31 GMT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Timbuktu is 8.5h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Timbuktu. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 12 in April translates into the following instructions:
Execute every important safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes could burn within moments. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Sunscreen of at least SPF 30 should be applied generously and reapplied often on overcast days, especially post swim or outdoor exercise.