April weather forecast
Tepecoyo, El Salvador

April in Tepecoyo is characterised by a warm climatic trend coupled with an upswing in rainfall pattern from the previous months. This shift in weather ushers in the onset of the wet season, transitioning from a drier to a more humid environment. Even though temperatures remain steady, a noticeable rise in the relative humidity influences the overall feel of the city's weather. As the month transitions, prolonged daylight hours testify to the arrival of summer. On record, substantial rainfall occurs in April, with an average amount of 45mm (1.77") falling across 15.2 days.

Temperature

April's weather in Tepecoyo displays an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.5°C (90.5°F), slightly varied from March's 32.6°C (90.7°F). Tepecoyo encounters a steady low-temperature average of 22.8°C (73°F) throughout the month of April.

Heat index

The heat index for April is calculated to be a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Tepecoyo, El Salvador, is 67%.

Rainfall

In Tepecoyo, in April, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. In Tepecoyo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187 days and collects up to 1106mm (43.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Tepecoyo is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:13 CST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Tepecoyo is April, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Tepecoyo are February through April and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during April translates into the following guidance:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.