April weather - Spring 2024 - Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Weather in April
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Average pressure in April
Average wind speed in April
Average humidity in April
Average rainfall in April
Average rainfall days in April
Average sea temperature in April
Average daylight in April
Average sunshine in April
Average sunshine days in April
Average UV index in April
Average cloud cover in April
Average visibility in April

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Weather in April

The weather in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis during April is all about amplification. The warming trend continues with humidity levels rising, indicating the start of wet months ahead. The average rainfall steps up as well with 19mm (0.75") showers throughout the day. However, a surge in sunshine hours compensates for the additional rain, thus maintaining a balance in the weather spectrum. All in all, April stands as the threshold between the mild and the robust weather.

Temperature

Entering April, Basseterre's average high-temperature reads a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F), indicating a close resemblance to the previous month's climate. April's average low temperature in Basseterre is a still warm 25.7°C (78.3°F), displaying a subtle drop from its daily peak.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Basseterre, in April, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 19mm (0.75") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, there are 198.3 rainfall days, and 386mm (15.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Basseterre, in April, the average water temperature is 27°C (80.6°F).
Note: For swimming, diving, and similar activities, the water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered delightful, allowing for extended periods of enjoyment without discomfort.

Daylight

In Basseterre, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:30 AST.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Caution! The mirror effect of sand and water ups the UV radiation strength.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average April temperature in Basseterre?

In April, in Basseterre, the average high-temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.7°C (78.3°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Basseterre?

In Basseterre, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

How many days does it rain in April in Basseterre?

In Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, in April, during 15.9 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How warm is the water in April in Basseterre?

In Basseterre, the average seawater temperature in April is 27°C (80.6°F). For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

What is the average length of the day in April in Basseterre?

In April, the average day length is 12h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Basseterre?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, in Basseterre, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:30 AST.

How many hours of sunshine does Basseterre have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Basseterre?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

When is the lowest UV index in Basseterre?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis.

What is the UV index reading in April in Basseterre?

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M April M J J A S O N D

Mar

April

May

Average high temperature

25.8°C 78.4°F

26.3°C 79.3°F

27.3°C 81.1°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

24.4km/h 15.2mph

24.1km/h 15mph

24.3km/h 15.1mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

15.6

15.9

19.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.4

10.3

7.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average high temperature in April: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (25.8°C).

Average low temperature in April: 25.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.9°C).

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Average pressure in April
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average pressure in April: 1015.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and June (1016.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1012.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average wind speed in April: 23.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (26.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (19.6km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (75%).

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Average rainfall in April
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average rainfall in April: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average rainfall days in April: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

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Average sea temperature in April
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average sea temperature in April: 27°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (26°C).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

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 6min).

Average sunshine in April: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average sunshine days in April: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in April
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average UV index in April: 7

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

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Average cloud cover in April
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

Average cloud cover in April: 36

The months with the most cloud cover are May, June and July (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in April
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

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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April weather forecast
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis

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