April weather forecastSanta Rita, Philippines

Weather in April

April, like March, is a hot spring month in Santa Rita, Philippines, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.3°C (77.5°F) and max 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

The introduction of April sees an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), hardly deviating from March. In Santa Rita, an average nighttime temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) is expected during April.

Heat index

Throughout April, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

March and April, with an average relative humidity of 73%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Santa Rita, Philippines, in April, it is raining for 17.3 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation. In Santa Rita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 237.5 days and collects up to 1892mm (74.49") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 6:09 pm. On the last day of April, in Santa Rita, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 6:14 pm PST.

Sunshine

April has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine.

UV index

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Santa Rita. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.