Is April a good month to go to the beach?

Spring: March, April, May and June Springtime is an almost guaranteed mood-booster after the depths of winter, and what better way to celebrate than hitting the beach? Here's even better news: the early spring until April is typically a dry period in the Caribbean, and there may even be good cruise deals you can snag.



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But the first and foremost reason is the quality of water. In winter you will find exceptionally beautiful and crystal clear water at beaches. While in summer the water is very much dusty and unclean.

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Timing really is everything when it comes to saving on vacations no matter where you are traveling. Consider traveling during off seasons or at least shoulder seasons. The weeks before school lets out in late May or even after schools resume in August can be almost 50% cheaper than peak summer weeks!

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88° F: Perfect beach temperature. Hot enough that you have motivation to get in the water, not so hot that you bake too quickly. 90° F: Excellent sunbathing temperature. Total, complete warmness.

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Daytime is the safest time for ocean swimming. Visibility is low in early morning hours and at dusk, and predatory animals in the water tend to move closer to shore at night. What to do during severe weather. If you see an approaching storm, it's best to get out of the water until the storm subsides.

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Most people look forward to a beach vacation as time to recharge—then get swept up in crowds and activities and do anything but that. Visit beach towns in winter and you'll find total quiet, a much slower pace and plenty of time to read, nap and relax.

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If you're planning to visit the South or Southwest, April is an excellent time to travel, with warm, sunny weather. The national parks, forests and wetlands are lush and vibrant, wildlife is more active, and a variety of events take place in towns and cities as they emerge from winter.

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Best Countries to Visit in April
  • Greece. April marks the beginning of Spring season in Greece. ...
  • France. Previous. ...
  • Netherlands. Netherlands enjoys the oncoming of the spring season, and is surely one of the best countries to visit in April. ...
  • New Zealand. ...
  • Japan. ...
  • Bhutan. ...
  • Malaysia. ...
  • Scotland.


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This wind pushes the surface water away from the shore, and cold water from below comes up to replace it. This is called upwelling, and it makes the coastal water colder than usual.

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Breathing begins to be affected. This is why the official water temperature required for Olympic swimming competition is 77-82F (25-28C). 70F (21C) Treat any water temperature below 70F with caution.

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What age group goes to the beach the most? About a third (33.4%) of beachgoers were 30–49 years of age, while those under 20 years of age represented 33.6% of beachgoers. The majority of beachgoers at the study beaches were white (59.5%) and non-Hispanic (65.4%).

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Not only is the salty air good for you, but so is the salt water. Salt water is excellent for cleaning up infections and acts as an antibacterial. There is iodine in the water as well, which is known to help boost your immune system.

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It's courtesy of the sea breeze effect. National Weather Service meteorologist Walter Drag explains that it occurs due to the difference between the warm air over land and cool air hovering over the ocean (currently around 50 degrees).

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