April weather forecastFairfield, Barbados

April

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is a moderately hot spring month in Fairfield, Barbados, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.1°C (79°F) and an average high of 27.4°C (81.3°F).

Temperature

The transition into April is marked with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.4°C (81.3°F), showing an insignificant shift from March's 26.9°C (80.4°F). Fairfield, during April nights, records a temperature marginally cooler than the daytime average, at a still moderately hot 26.1°C (79°F).

Heat index

Throughout April, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 30°C (86°F). Fatigue might occur with continuous exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Fairfield is 76%.

Rainfall

In April, in Fairfield, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout April, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is accumulated. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of April in Fairfield, Barbados, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:13 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Fairfield, in April, the average high-temperature is 27.4°C (81.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.1°C (79°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

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

In Fairfield, during April, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation.

In April, the average day length is 12h and 26min.

On the first day of April in Fairfield, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:13 AST.

The average sunshine duration in April is 9.9h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Fairfield are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Fairfield, Barbados, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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

26.9°C

27.4°C

28.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

26.1km/h

25.4km/h

26.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Fairfield, Barbados

Average high temperature in April: 27.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).

Average low temperature in April: 26.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.7°C).

Average pressure in April
Fairfield, Barbados

Average pressure in April: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Fairfield, Barbados

Average wind speed in April: 24.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (19.4km/h).

Average humidity in April
Fairfield, Barbados

Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).

Average rainfall in April
Fairfield, Barbados

Average rainfall in April: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Fairfield, Barbados

Average rainfall days in April: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Fairfield, Barbados

Average daylight in April: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in April: 9h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in April
Fairfield, Barbados

Average sunshine days in April: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.3 days).

Average UV index in April
Fairfield, Barbados

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).

Average cloud cover in April
Fairfield, Barbados

Average cloud cover in April: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in April
Fairfield, Barbados

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).