April weather forecast
Penonome, Panama

April brings a significant shift in Penonome's weather, marked by an evident increase in rainfall. The weather remains warm, yet it becomes more humid, resulting in the start of the monsoon season. Notably, the number of rainfall days also goes up. For the first time in the calendar year, temperatures remain consistent from the preceding month with highs of 32.3°C (90.1°F) to lows of 23.6°C (74.5°F). Rainfall though, becomes notably abundant, amounting to a total of 61mm (2.4").

Temperature

April is the month when Penonome's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and lows of 23.6°C (74.5°F).

Heat index

Throughout April, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Penonome, the average relative humidity in April is 73%.

Rainfall

In Penonome, in April, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 61mm (2.4") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 247.4 rainfall days, and 1423mm (56.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of April in Penonome, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:31 EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Penonome is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.