April weather forecast
Cahabon, Guatemala

April brings a further surge in temperatures, reaching an encouraging high of 27.8°C (82°F). The sheer increase in temperature heralds the start of the dry season in Cahabon, offering locals and tourists an excellent opportunity to explore the outdoors. Daylight extends by another 30 minutes, accentuating the city's close proximity to the Tropic of Cancer. Nevertheless, the amiable weather come with their share of precipitation, manifest in the city's relatively high average rainfall. The pattern of sunshine interspersed with bouts of rainfall paints a vibrant picture of April's weather in Cahabon.

Temperature

April, noted for its average high-temperature of 27.8°C (82°F) and an average low-temperature of 16.5°C (61.7°F), is considered the warmest month in Cahabon.

Heat index

April's mean heat index is calculated to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Exhaustion might be the outcome of enduring exposure and continuous activity, with a risk of heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Cahabon, during April, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of precipitation. In Cahabon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 297.8 days and collects up to 2530mm (99.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Cahabon, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:17 CST.

Sunshine

April has the most sunshine of the year in Cahabon, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.

UV index

March and April, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in April interprets into the following advice:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 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. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.