April weather forecast
Ranchuelo, Cuba

April is a hot spring month in Ranchuelo, Cuba, with an average temperature varying between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Temperature

The advent of April denotes an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), subtly different from March's 28.6°C (83.5°F). In the month of April, the average temperature dips to a pleasant 20.6°C (69.1°F) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index value for April is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout April, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ranchuelo, there are 206 rainfall days, and 740mm (29.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of April in Ranchuelo, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 19:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 19:47 CDT.

Sunshine

In Ranchuelo, the average sunshine in April is 9.6h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ranchuelo. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in April translates into these instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.