April weather forecast
Kano, Nigeria

April in Kano, Nigeria is characterized by notable transitioning weather, escalating towards peak summer conditions. Heat levels soar from 36.9°C (98.4°F) to a scorching 38.2°C (100.8°F), the highest recorded in the year. Coupled with the increased daylight time of 12.4 hours, the city experiences the onset of the dry and hot season. Rising humidity levels and the prominent UV index drive people towards water bodies and air-conditioned environments. Despite high temperatures, people tend to manage daily activities, devising techniques to escape the heat throughout the month.

Temperature

In Kano, the average temperatures in April are the highest, with a peak at 38.2°C (100.8°F) and a low of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Rainfall

In Kano, during April, the rain falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 49.5 rainfall days, and 696mm (27.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

Sunshine

In Kano, the average sunshine in April is 7.8h.

UV index

February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In April, a daily maximum UV index of 12 leads to the following instructions:
Implement every essential safety step. Individuals with fair skin might receive burns in less than 5 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Apply generously and frequently a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every two hours, or immediately after swimming or any outdoor exercise.