April weather forecast
Palenque, Panama

April, the same as March, is another warm spring month in Palenque, Panama, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29°C (84.2°F) and 25.4°C (77.7°F).

Temperature

With the transition into April, Palenque notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), closely resembling March. Nighttime temperature in Palenque reflects an average dip to a still warm 25.4°C (77.7°F) in April, subtly cooler than its daytime highs.

Heat index

April's mean heat index is calculated to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Palenque, in April, during 17.8 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 266.8 rainfall days, and 1014mm (39.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Palenque is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of April, in Palenque, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:28 EST.

Sunshine

In Palenque, Panama, the average sunshine in April is 8.1h.

UV index

January through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in April interprets into the following advice:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.