April weather forecast
Juntas, Costa Rica

April, the same as March, in Juntas, Costa Rica, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°C (90.5°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

April's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.5°C (90.5°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. In the month of April, the nighttime temperature in Juntas dips to a steady average of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is a late-stage sign of dehydration - hence, it is necessary to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 67%.

Rainfall

In Juntas, during April, the rain falls for 14.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. In Juntas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.6 days and collects up to 1456mm (57.32") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Juntas, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of April, in Juntas, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 17:51 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Juntas, Costa Rica, is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.