April weather forecast
La Joya, Dominican Republic

April, the same as March, is another warm spring month in La Joya, Dominican Republic, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.2°C (72°F) and max 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

April's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. During the month of April, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

For April, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in La Joya is 77%.

Rainfall

In La Joya, in April, it is raining for 19.4 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in La Joya, Dominican Republic, there are 231.1 rainfall days, and 692mm (27.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 19:00 AST.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in La Joya is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during April translates into the following directions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.