April weather forecast
Akumal, Mexico

April, the same as March, is a moderately hot spring month in Akumal, Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Temperature

In Akumal, the average high-temperature in April is relatively the same as in March - a still moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F). In April, in Akumal, the average low-temperature is 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature', 'real feel', or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Additional factors like wind, pregnancy, differences in body mass, height, and shape, and activity influence one's weather impression. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Akumal, during April, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 211.1 rainfall days, and 823mm (32.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Akumal, Mexico, in April, the average water temperature is 27°C (80.6°F).
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 7:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:12 pm EST.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 8.8h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Akumal. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 7 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.