April weather forecast
Santa Elena, Belize

April arrives with the highest daytime temperature so far, reaching up to 33.1°C (91.6°F) on hotter days. Santa Elena welcomes this month as the beginning of the pronounced warm season, with nights that are comfortable, albeit slightly warmer compared to March. Despite the rise in temperature, the air remains relatively less humid with an average relative humidity of 75%. The weather flaunts an extended display of daylight lasting 12.5 hours on average. It is the perfect mélange of warmth and comfort, inviting locals and visitors to partake in outdoor activities.

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 33.1°C (91.6°F) and 20.6°C (69.1°F) respectively, April is Santa Elena's warmest month.

Heat index

April's heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Prudent: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Heatstroke becomes imminent with sustained exertion.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. 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-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The least humid month in Santa Elena is April, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Santa Elena, in April, during 13.1 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Santa Elena, during the entire year, the rain falls for 206.8 days and collects up to 513mm (20.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Santa Elena, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of April, in Santa Elena, Belize, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:16 CST.

Sunshine

April has the most sunshine of the year in Santa Elena, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.

UV index

April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Elena. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in April transforms into the following instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.