April weather forecast
Sal, Cape Verde

A man aboard a simple boat near a beach, on the clear waters of Santa Maria Island in Sal, Cape Verde
A man aboard a simple boat near a beach, on the clear waters of Santa Maria Island in Sal, Cape Verde

April

Weather in April

April carries forward the early signs of warmth as observed in the latter part of March. A high of 21.8°C (71.2°F) marks a slight rise in temperature, signaling the onset of the warmer months. The mild teetering of the temperature and the increased duration of daylight emulate an idyllic spring season. As April unfolds, Sal's increasing temperature and decreased rainfall prepare the island for the approaching summer. The trend seeps into May, escalating the heat yet further.

Temperature

Sal experiences an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 21.8°C (71.2°F) with the onset of April, subtly varied from March's 21.6°C (70.9°F). Sal nights in April witness a mild cool down to an average temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Humidity

In Sal, Cape Verde, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout April, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 37.7 days and collects up to 90mm (3.54") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January through May, with an average sea temperature of 22°C (71.6°F).
Note: While a person's sensitivity to cold is personal, factors like sunshine, wind, and the temperature can influence their comfort in 22°C (71.6°F) waters. Olympians, for perspective, swim in waters between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Sal is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:51 -01.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Sal is 9.2h.

UV index

January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in April leads to these recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Alert! Sand and water increase UV exposure due to their reflective properties.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sal in April?
The average high-temperature, in April, in Sal, is 21.8°C (71.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 20.7°C (69.3°F).
What is the average humidity in April?
The average relative humidity in April is 80%.
How many days does it rain in April?
In Sal, in April, during 3.3 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What months are the sea coldest?
January through May, with an average sea temperature of 22°C (71.6°F), are months with the coldest seawater.
What is the water temperature in April?
In Sal, the average seawater temperature in April is 22°C (71.6°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 22°C (71.6°F) water may be enjoyable.
How many hours of daylight does Sal have in April?
The average day length in April is 12h and 32min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in April?
In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:51 -01.
How many hours of sunshine does Sal have in April?
In Sal, the average sunshine duration in April is 9.2h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sal?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through August, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index reading in April?
The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in April - Sal, Cape Verde
Average temperature in April
Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average high temperature in April: 21.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (21.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 20.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (20.6°C).

Average pressure in April - Sal, Cape Verde
Average pressure in April
Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average pressure in April: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in April - Sal, Cape Verde
Average wind speed in April
Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average wind speed in April: 27.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (30.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (17.9km/h).

Average humidity in April - Sal, Cape Verde
Average humidity in April
Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average humidity in April: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (72%).

Average rainfall in April - Sal, Cape Verde
Average rainfall in April
Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall in April: 1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (35mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0mm).

Average rainfall days in April - Sal, Cape Verde
Average rainfall days in April
Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average rainfall days in April: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1 days).

Average sea temperature in April - Sal, Cape Verde
Average sea temperature in April
Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average sea temperature in April: 22°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (27°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and May (22°C).

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Sal, Cape Verde
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April - Sal, Cape Verde
Average sunshine days in April
Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average sunshine days in April: 27.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (18.9 days).

Average UV index in April - Sal, Cape Verde
Average UV index in April
Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in April - Sal, Cape Verde
Average cloud cover in April
Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average cloud cover in April: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in April - Sal, Cape Verde
Average visibility in April
Sal, Cape Verde
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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