April weather forecast
Masahuat, El Salvador

April, the same as March, in Masahuat, El Salvador, is another tropical spring month, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.3°C (68.5°F) and max 33.2°C (91.8°F).

Temperature

Masahuat's temperatures peak on average in April, reaching 33.2°C (91.8°F) at their highest and 20.3°C (68.5°F) at their lowest.

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. 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 largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Masahuat is 66%.

Rainfall

In Masahuat, in April, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation. In Masahuat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.4 days and collects up to 1055mm (41.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Masahuat, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of April in Masahuat, El Salvador, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:14 CST.

Sunshine

April has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in April translates into these instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. 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. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.