April weather forecast
Matikiw, Philippines

April is a tropical spring month in Matikiw, Philippines, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.3°C (75.7°F) and max 31.1°C (88°F).

Temperature

Matikiw records a slight change with April's average high-temperatures adjusting to a hot 31.1°C (88°F) from March's 29.1°C (84.4°F). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F) throughout April.

Heat index

During April, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 76%, April is the least humid month in Matikiw.

Rainfall

In Matikiw, in April, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 196.1 rainfall days, and 602mm (23.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Matikiw, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 6:06 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 6:10 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is April, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.

UV index

February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.