April weather forecastKalusugan, Philippines

Weather in April

April, like March, is another hot spring month in Kalusugan, Philippines, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°C (91.2°F) and 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Temperature

The start of April marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.9°C (91.2°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in March. Kalusugan records a consistent low-temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F) during April nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for April is estimated at a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The least humid month in Kalusugan is April, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Kalusugan, in April, during 10.3 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kalusugan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 342mm (13.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kalusugan, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 6:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 6:12 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Kalusugan, Philippines, is April, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.