April weather forecast
Sabana Basora, Aruba

The weather in Sabana Basora in April experiences an increase in average daylight hours to 12.4 hours, promising longer and brighter days as compared to March. The month symbolizes the transition into the warmer half of the year. However, the city experiences a stable atmospheric pressure at 1011.4mb indicating a firmly established spring weather pattern. Despite the increase in temperature and humidity, Sabana Basora ensures a comfortable April with its moderate wind speed and clear visibility. With the blend of increased daylight hours and stable temperatures, April unfolds into one of the most suitable months for outdoor activities in the city.

Temperature

The start of April in Sabana Basora sees the average high-temperature at a still moderately hot 27.2°C (81°F), showing little difference from March's 26.6°C (79.9°F). Sabana Basora navigates through April with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at a still moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 30°C (86°F). Prolonged exposure and physical activity might induce exhaustion, potentially causing heat cramps.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Sabana Basora, Aruba, is 82%.

Rainfall

In Sabana Basora, Aruba, in April, during 11.5 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sabana Basora, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.2 days and collects up to 472mm (18.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Sabana Basora is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:54 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Sabana Basora is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Sabana Basora. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.