April weather forecast
Gamboula, Central African Republic

April, like March, is another hot spring month in Gamboula, Central African Republic, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 33.8°C (92.8°F).

Temperature

The arrival of April records an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.8°C (92.8°F), closely related to the 35.3°C (95.5°F) observed in March. Despite a significant disparity with daytime temperatures, an average low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) is recorded during April.

Heat index

The heat index value during April is calculated to be a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 70%.

Rainfall

In Gamboula, Central African Republic, during April, the rain falls for 22.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 86mm (3.39") of precipitation. In Gamboula, during the entire year, the rain falls for 230.4 days and collects up to 1065mm (41.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of April in Gamboula, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:04 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Gamboula is April, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during April, leads to the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.