April weather forecast
Canazas, Panama

April, the same as March, in Canazas, Panama, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34°C (93.2°F) and 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Temperature

The initiation of April sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 34°C (93.2°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. In Canazas, the nighttime temperature averages to a moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F) during April.

Heat index

Throughout April, the heat index is estimated at a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Eyes open: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Prolonged exertion could lead to heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. 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. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Canazas is 70%.

Rainfall

In Canazas, Panama, during April, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Canazas, there are 269.3 rainfall days, and 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:34 EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through June and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in April translates into these instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.