April weather forecastBreñón, Panama

Weather in April

April, like March, is another tropical spring month in Breñón, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°C (91.2°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

Breñón's average high-temperature marks a still tropical 32.9°C (91.2°F) with the advent of April, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. Nighttime temperature in Breñón dips to a mean of 23.5°C (74.3°F) during April.

Heat index

April's average heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. 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.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 67%.

Rainfall

In Breñón, in April, during 17.5 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Breñón, during the entire year, the rain falls for 217.9 days and collects up to 1377mm (54.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Breñón, Panama, is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:41 EST.

Sunshine

In Breñón, the average sunshine in April is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through July and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in April interprets into the following advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.