April weather forecast
Punta Gorda, Belize

April's weather does an excellent job of reflecting the essence of spring in Punta Gorda, Belize. This period shows increased temperature readings, resonating the warming trend of the season. Lingering moisture in the sky relieves dry spells and serves as a reminder of the recent rainy season. The pressure situation trends lower in April registering around 1012.6mb. Despite appearing warm, April holds its share of nippy nights that contrast sharply with the winding warm days.

Temperature

April's average high-temperature in Punta Gorda stands at a hot 31°C (87.8°F), showing little deviation from March's 28.5°C (83.3°F). In April, the nighttime temperature in Punta Gorda lowers to an average of 23.3°C (73.9°F).

Heat index

In April, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. 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 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 77%, April is the least humid month.

Rainfall

April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 18.6 days and accumulates 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of April in Punta Gorda, Belize, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:13 CST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Punta Gorda is April, with an average of 10.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in April interprets into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.