April weather forecast
Azua, Dominican Republic

Swiftly expanding the narrative begun in March, April in Azua steps firmly into the warmer and wetter season. With the sun's presence growing stronger, the city experiences a rise in the intensity of daytime heat, coupled with a lingering dampness from the preceding months. The transition from March to April is characterized by a sharp rise in rainfall, making it a central character in Azua's climatic storyline. While bright sunshine remains a constant, it does so in partnership with this steadily increasing precipitation. With the advent of May, Azua gears up to anticipate the full brunt of the hot and humid season, marking the shift in the city's weather novel.

Temperature

Azua indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 27.8°C in April, showing minor variation from March's 27.5°C. In April, Azua encounters an average low-temperature of 19.9°C during the night.

Heat index

Throughout April, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 31°C. Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.

Humidity

In Azua, the average relative humidity in April is 75%.

Rainfall

In April, in Azua, the rain falls for 21.5 days. Throughout April, 38mm of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Azua, there are 214.4 rainfall days, and 598mm of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Azua, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 19:04 AST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is April, with an average of 9.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Azua are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.