April weather forecast
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

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Weather in April

April brings change with distinct characteristics compared to its predecessor, March. Notably, rainfall increases to 42mm (1.65"), signaling the onset of the wet season. The weather in Petite Soufriere experiences a slight gain in temperature, daylight, and humidity, promoting a subtly warmer climate. Wind gusts reduce ever so slightly, offering a quieter change from the heavier gusts of the previous months. Despite the increase in rainfall, the increased sunshine duration encourages the flourishing of the local flora.

Temperature

April denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F) from March's 26.3°C (79.3°F). Petite Soufriere records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of April, averaging a still warm 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Humidity

In Petite Soufriere, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In Petite Soufriere, in April, it is raining for 19.7 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. In Petite Soufriere, during the entire year, the rain falls for 221.9 days and collects up to 570mm (22.44") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Petite Soufriere, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:22 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Petite Soufriere is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Petite Soufriere are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during April translates into the following directions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April in Petite Soufriere?

An average high-temperature, in April, in Petite Soufriere, is 26.8°C (80.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F).

What is the average humidity in April in Petite Soufriere?

In Petite Soufriere, Dominica, the average relative humidity in April is 76%.

How many days does it rain in April in Petite Soufriere?

In Petite Soufriere, in April, during 19.7 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in April in Petite Soufriere?

In Petite Soufriere, the average day length in April is 12h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Petite Soufriere?

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, in Petite Soufriere, Dominica, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 18:22 AST.

How long on average sun shines in April in Petite Soufriere?

In Petite Soufriere, the average sunshine duration in April is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Petite Soufriere?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Petite Soufriere?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Petite Soufriere.

What is the UV index intensity in April in Petite Soufriere?

In Petite Soufriere, Dominica, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in April
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average temperature in April - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average high temperature in April: 26.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August, September and October (28.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 24.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.1°C).

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Average pressure in April
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average pressure in April - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average pressure in April: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in April
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average wind speed in April - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average wind speed in April: 24.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (20.2km/h).

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Average humidity in April
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average humidity in April - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (75%).

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Average rainfall in April
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average rainfall in April - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average rainfall in April: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in April
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average rainfall days in April - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average rainfall days in April: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (14.8 days).

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Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in April
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average sunshine days in April - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average sunshine days in April: 5.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in April
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average UV index in April - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average UV index in April: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

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Average cloud cover in April
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average cloud cover in April - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average cloud cover in April: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in April
Petite Soufriere, Dominica

Average visibility in April - Petite Soufriere, Dominica
  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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