April weather forecast
Milagro, Ecuador

The weather in April sees a slight decline in rainfall, easing into less wet days. The showers lessen but do not entirely disappear, with alternating dry and wet spells throughout the month. This changing weather pattern does not affect the overall warmth, with temperatures maintaining their high levels. The city remains vibrant, with an ongoing display of its robust diversity in plant and animal species. While the tropical climate persists, a slightly drier April allows for more exploration opportunities across Milagro.

Temperature

In April, Milagro notes an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Throughout April, the temperature in Milagro tends to fall to a consistent average low of 21.7°C (71.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in April is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt heightened preventive measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Persistent activity could lead to heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Milagro are March through May, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 28.3 days. Throughout April, 273mm (10.75") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 277.2 rainfall days, and 1878mm (73.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of April, in Milagro, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:16 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 7.1h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during April leads to these instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. 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. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.