April weather forecastCuba, Colombia

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is another fiery hot spring month in Cuba, Colombia, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.6°C (78.1°F) and max 37.4°C (99.3°F).

Temperature

Cuba's April showcases an average high-temperature of a still very hot 37.4°C (99.3°F), hardly distinct from March's 38.2°C (100.8°F). Cuba reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F) in April.

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is computed to be a burning hot 54°C (129.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. 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.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In Cuba, the average relative humidity in April is 62%.

Rainfall

In Cuba, during April, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. In Cuba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.6 days and collects up to 461mm (18.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Cuba is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:12 -05.

Sunshine

April and July, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in April translates into these instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.