April weather forecast
Escuintla, Guatemala

April in Escuintla witnesses a noticeable shift in weather patterns with a significant increase in rainfall, marking the onset of the wet season. Yet, despite the substantial leap in precipitation, it does not deter sunlight and daylight from lighting up the day, keeping spirits high. Average temperatures tend to hover around the same range as March, but the heightened humidity can make it feel slightly uncomfortable. Undeterred by the increased rainfall, wind speeds make a tiny progression upwards from March's numbers. While the weather remains generally warm and humid, the atmospheric pressure slightly dips, presumably due to incoming wet conditions.

Temperature

As March transitions into April, the average high-temperature rests at a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. In the month of April, Escuintla's average low-temperature falls to an agreeable 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

Throughout April, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 66%.

Rainfall

In Escuintla, during April, the rain falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation. In Escuintla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 228.7 days and collects up to 1368mm (53.86") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:19 CST.

Sunshine

April has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.