April weather forecast
Piña Vieja, Dominican Republic

April, like March, in Piña Vieja, Dominican Republic, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.2°C (84.6°F) and min 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Temperature

Piña Vieja marks the start of April with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from March's 27.8°C (82°F). An average temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F) is recorded in Piña Vieja during the nights in April.

Heat index

For April, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The least humid month in Piña Vieja is April, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Piña Vieja, Dominican Republic, in April, during 23.3 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Piña Vieja, there are 274.9 rainfall days, and 979mm (38.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of April, in Piña Vieja, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:03 AST.

Sunshine

In Piña Vieja, the average sunshine in April is 8h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Piña Vieja. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during April leads to these instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.