April weather forecast
Baragua, Cuba

Baragua continues on its warming trajectory as it heads into April. Temperatures make a significant leap from March, alongside an increase in humidity. Despite the rise in rainfall to 26mm (1.02"), it often promptly departs, leaving a warm, sun-blessed city behind. It's a good time for a beach holiday with minimal rainfall and improved visibility. Seize the day and make the most of the increased daylight hours in this month.

Temperature

The advent of April in Baragua brings an average high-temperature of a tropical 31°C (87.8°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. April in Baragua witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around an agreeable 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

During April, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In Baragua, the average relative humidity in April is 71%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout April, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.8 rainfall days, and 625mm (24.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Baragua, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 19:29. On the last day of April, in Baragua, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 19:40 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in April translates into this advice:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.