April weather forecastDagupan, Philippines

Weather in April

The transition into April brings with it the most significant surge in the city's temperature, reaching 33.3°C (91.9°F) during daylight hours and 22.7°C (72.9°F) at night. The count of rainy days almost doubles in April, as does the atmospheric pressure. The city of Dagupan is both sunnier and wetter in this period. April’s sudden escalation in varied weather patterns adds to its appeal, narrating the illustrative tale of weather in a tropical city.

Temperature

Dagupan's warmest month, April, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 33.3°C (91.9°F) to a low of 22.7°C (72.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for April is calculated to be an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Be alert: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a threat with sustained physical activity.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. 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. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In Dagupan, the average relative humidity in April is 69%.

Rainfall

In Dagupan, during April, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation. In Dagupan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 183.2 days and collects up to 1433mm (56.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Dagupan, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of April in Dagupan, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 6:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 6:17 pm PST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.3h of sunshine, April has the most sunshine of the year in Dagupan, Philippines.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through June, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.