April weather forecastSanta Rosa, Ecuador

April

Weather in April

In April, Santa Rosa's weather offers a bit of respite from the high humidity and rainfall experienced in March. The average rainfall decreases to 42mm (1.65") compared to the preceding month, signaling the onset of the dry season. Temperatures remain fairly stable yet slightly higher than in March. Simultaneously, the city enjoys more sunshine hours, inviting folks to spend more time outdoors. Going into May, the city's climate will continue its drying trend while temperatures decrease marginally.

Temperature

April is the month when Santa Rosa experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during April is estimated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout April, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.8 rainfall days, and 356mm (14.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:16 -05.

Sunshine

In Santa Rosa, the average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Updated: Jun 8, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Santa Rosa, the average highest temperatures are observed in April, with a high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

During April, Santa Rosa experiences an average high-temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F). In April, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).

In Santa Rosa, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

In Santa Rosa, Ecuador, in April, during 14.8 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In April, the average day length in Santa Rosa is 12h and 2min.

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:16 -05.

The average sunshine duration in April is 8.1h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M April M J J A S O N D

Mar

April

May

Average high temperature

28.7°C

28.8°C

28.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.3km/h

9.2km/h

10km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.5

13.8

19.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in April
Santa Rosa, Ecuador

Average high temperature in April: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26°C).

Average low temperature in April: 22.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (22.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.3°C).

Average pressure in April
Santa Rosa, Ecuador

Average pressure in April: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1013.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.9mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Santa Rosa, Ecuador

Average wind speed in April: 8.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (11.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (7.2km/h).

Average humidity in April
Santa Rosa, Ecuador

Average humidity in April: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and August (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (79%).

Average rainfall in April
Santa Rosa, Ecuador

Average rainfall in April: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (123mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Santa Rosa, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in April: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (2.6 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Santa Rosa, Ecuador

Average daylight in April: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in April: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in April
Santa Rosa, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in April: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Santa Rosa, Ecuador

Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in April
Santa Rosa, Ecuador

Average cloud cover in April: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in April
Santa Rosa, Ecuador

Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, April, June, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, May, July, August, September and October (9km).