April weather forecast
Orchid Island, Taiwan

April, with temperatures tipping to a high of 25°C (77°F), is considered as the beginning of a truly warm season in Orchid Island. Despite the rising temperatures, rainfall shows no signs of drawback with 149mm (5.87") average precipitation observed. However, April experiences fewer rainy days which are interspersed with more sunshine hours. The gradually building heat and sunshine hint towards the forthcoming summer season. The UV Index reaches 12, meaning extra precautions are necessary to evade sunburns and other skin damages.

Temperature

The onset of April notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 25°C (77°F), subtly shifted from March's 23°C (73.4°F). A steady low-temperature average of 21°C (69.8°F) is logged in Orchid Island during April, reflecting a modest dip from daytime readings.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is April, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically collects 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Orchid Island, the average seawater temperature in April is 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 18:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 18:19 CST.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During April, 12 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Utilize every vital safety procedure. Individuals with light skin may endure burns in less than 5 minutes. 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. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen must be generously applied and reapplied every two hours or post any outdoor activity or swim. Note! The Sun's UV radiation gets intensified with the reflection from sand and water.