Contents
- Weather in April
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in April
- Average pressure in April
- Average wind speed in April
- Average humidity in April
- Average rainfall in April
- Average rainfall days in April
- Average daylight in April
- Average sunshine in April
- Average sunshine days in April
- Average UV index in April
- Average cloud cover in April
- Average visibility in April
April
Weather in April
Temperature
The introduction of April notes a subtle temperature variation to a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F) from March's 28.7°C (83.7°F). In Cockpit, the average low-temperature during the month of April is a pleasant 21°C (69.8°F).Heat index
April's average heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.
Humidity
In April, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Cockpit, in April, it is raining for 23.9 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation. In Cockpit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 279.6 days and collects up to 947mm (37.28") of precipitation.Daylight
In Cockpit, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 34min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of April, in Cockpit, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:29 EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April in Cockpit is 10.6h.UV index
January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Cockpit. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it hot in Cockpit during April?
What is the average humidity in April in Cockpit?
How much does it rain in Cockpit in April?
How many hours of daylight does Cockpit have in April?
What time are sunrise and sunset in April in Cockpit?
How long on average sun shines in April in Cockpit?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cockpit?
What is the UV index intensity in April in Cockpit?
Average temperature in April
Cockpit, Jamaica
- Average high temperature in April: 29.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.8°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 21°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (23.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (20°C).
Average pressure in April
Cockpit, Jamaica
- Average pressure in April: 1014.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.4mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Cockpit, Jamaica
- Average wind speed in April: 7.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.9km/h).
Average humidity in April
Cockpit, Jamaica
- Average humidity in April: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).
Average rainfall in April
Cockpit, Jamaica
- Average rainfall in April: 72mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (147mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (33mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Cockpit, Jamaica
- Average rainfall days in April: 23.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (27.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (20.1 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Cockpit, Jamaica
- Average daylight in April: 12h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in April: 10h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are October and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in April
Cockpit, Jamaica
- Average sunshine days in April: 4.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (7.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (2.3 days).
Average UV index in April
Cockpit, Jamaica
- Average UV index in April: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in April
Cockpit, Jamaica
- Average cloud cover in April: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are March, July, August, September and December (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in April
Cockpit, Jamaica
- Average visibility in April: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, October and December (8km).
