April weather forecast
Jacaleapa, Honduras

April in Jacaleapa, Honduras, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature ranging between min 18.8°C (65.8°F) and max 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 30.9°C (87.6°F) and 18.8°C (65.8°F) respectively, April is Jacaleapa's warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index value during April is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 66%, April is the least humid month in Jacaleapa.

Rainfall

In Jacaleapa, during April, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Jacaleapa, Honduras, there are 216.3 rainfall days, and 1029mm (40.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Jacaleapa, Honduras, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 18:02 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Jacaleapa is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through April, June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.