April weather forecast
Santiago De Los Caballeros, Dominican Republic

Moving forward to April, Santiago De Los Caballeros continues to warm up, inviting travellers to enjoy its sunny charm. Cloud coverage decreases a bit, granting more sunlight to the city's streets. Wind speed increases somewhat, offering a refreshing breeze to balance out the warming temperatures. Despite the escalating heat, rainfall goes down to 40mm (1.57"), providing a more comfortable and drier environment. The city remains bright with an average of 12.6 daylight hours, the longest thus far this year.

Temperature

During April, the average high-temperature is a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. Santiago De Los Caballeros records an average nighttime low of 18.9°C (66°F) in April.

Heat index

The heat index value during April is estimated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Santiago De Los Caballeros, during April, the rain falls for 17.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 208.6 rainfall days, and 628mm (24.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of April in Santiago De Los Caballeros, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 19:05 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 8.6h.

UV index

January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Santiago De Los Caballeros. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in April interprets into the following advice:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.