April weather forecastChupá, Panama

Weather in April

April, like March, is another tropical spring month in Chupá, Panama, with an average temperature varying between 23.7°C (74.7°F) and 34°C (93.2°F).

Temperature

Transitioning from March to April, Chupá observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 34°C (93.2°F), differing subtly from the previous month. Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a warm 23.7°C (74.7°F) in April.

Heat index

April's average heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. 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 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Chupá, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of April, in Chupá, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:31 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Chupá, Panama, is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.