April weather forecast
El Ocote, Nicaragua

April in El Ocote, Nicaragua, is a tropical spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.8°C (87.4°F) and min 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Temperature

April, characterized by an average high temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and a low temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F), is generally the warmest month.

Heat index

During April, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. 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 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In El Ocote, during April, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 243 rainfall days, and 1110mm (43.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In El Ocote, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:23 and sunset at 17:58 CST.

Sunshine

March and April, with an average of 8.4h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June, July, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.