April weather forecastLa Pena, Panama

Weather in April

April, like March, is another hot spring month in La Pena, Panama, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.7°C (74.7°F) and an average high of 34°C (93.2°F).

Temperature

La Pena's average high-temperature marks a still hot 34°C (93.2°F) with the advent of April, closely mirroring that of the preceding month. La Pena records an average low of 23.7°C (74.7°F) throughout the nights in April.

Heat index

The heat index value during April is appraised at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially 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 generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In La Pena, during April, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. In La Pena, Panama, during the entire year, the rain falls for 269.3 days and collects up to 2235mm (87.99") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:33 EST.

Sunshine

In La Pena, Panama, the average sunshine in April 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.