April weather forecastLa Cabima, Panama

Weather in April

In April, La Cabima experiences significant rainfall. The daily temperatures persist almost throughout the month. However, the considerable increase in rainfall is the defining attribute of this month, with the city receiving 116mm (4.57") over 23.6 days. Despite this increase in rainfall, April still has long hours of daylight and relatively good visibility. The anticipation for May is increased humidity, temperature, and considerable spike in rainfall.

Temperature

La Cabima's highest average temperatures are recorded in March and April, reaching a high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Heat index

April's average heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In La Cabima, in April, it is raining for 23.6 days, with typically 116mm (4.57") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 282 rainfall days, and 1912mm (75.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:28 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.6h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In April, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.