April weather forecastHazard, Jamaica

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is a moderately hot spring month in Hazard, Jamaica, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 21°C (69.8°F).

Temperature

Hazard's April reports an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), exhibiting a minor difference from March. In the month of April, Hazard witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F).

Heat index

In April, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In Hazard, the average relative humidity in April is 80%.

Rainfall

In Hazard, Jamaica, in April, during 23.9 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 279.6 rainfall days, and 947mm (37.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Hazard, Jamaica, 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 Hazard, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 18:29 EST.

Sunshine

In Hazard, the average sunshine in April is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during April leads to these advisories:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.