April weather forecast
Santa Cruz, Honduras

April

Weather in April

April, like March, in Santa Cruz, Honduras, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.8°C (83.8°F) and min 17.7°C (63.9°F).

Temperature

The warmest time of the year is April, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low of 17.7°C (63.9°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in April is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase 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 an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

April is the least humid month in Santa Cruz, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Santa Cruz, Honduras, during April, the rain falls for 22 days and regularly aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 297.7 rainfall days, and 1500mm (59.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Santa Cruz, Honduras, is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of April in Santa Cruz, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:10 CST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is April, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz are March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in April leads to these recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Santa Cruz?
April is the warmest month of the year in Santa Cruz, Honduras, registering average temperatures as high as 28.8°C (83.8°F) and as low as 17.7°C (63.9°F).
How hot is April in Santa Cruz?
In Santa Cruz, in April, the average high-temperature is 28.8°C (83.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 17.7°C (63.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in April is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the least humid month in Santa Cruz?
With an average relative humidity of 76%, April is the least humid month in Santa Cruz, Honduras.
What is the average humidity in April in Santa Cruz?
The average relative humidity in April is 76%.
How much does it rain in Santa Cruz in April?
In Santa Cruz, in April, it is raining for 22 days, with typically 75mm (2.95") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in April in Santa Cruz?
In Santa Cruz, Honduras, the average day length in April is 12h and 28min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in April in Santa Cruz?
In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 18:10 CST.
What month has the most sunshine in Santa Cruz?
The month with the most sunshine in Santa Cruz is April, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Santa Cruz have in April?
In April, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Santa Cruz?
March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in April in Santa Cruz?
In Santa Cruz, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Santa Cruz, Honduras
  • Average high temperature in April: 28.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 17.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (18.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.1°C).

Average pressure in April
Santa Cruz, Honduras
  • Average pressure in April: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Santa Cruz, Honduras
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (4.4km/h).

Average humidity in April
Santa Cruz, Honduras
  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are October and November (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in April
Santa Cruz, Honduras
  • Average rainfall in April: 75mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (261mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (32mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Santa Cruz, Honduras
  • Average rainfall days in April: 22 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (29.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (19.1 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Santa Cruz, Honduras
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April
Santa Cruz, Honduras
  • Average sunshine days in April: 5.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (8.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.7 days).

Average UV index in April
Santa Cruz, Honduras
  • Average UV index in April: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May and June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in April
Santa Cruz, Honduras
  • Average cloud cover in April: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in April
Santa Cruz, Honduras
  • Average visibility in April: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is April (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are October, November and December (5km).

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