April weather forecastGatid, Philippines

Weather in April

April in Gatid, Philippines, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.8°C (74.8°F) and 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

April brings a marginal elevation to a tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F) from March's 29.7°C (85.5°F) in Gatid's average high-temperatures. Gatid, during April nights, observes an average temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. 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. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Gatid, in April, during 16.8 rainfall days, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gatid, during the entire year, the rain falls for 279.9 days and collects up to 1550mm (61.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Gatid is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of April in Gatid, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 6:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 6:10 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Gatid, Philippines, is April, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gatid are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.