April weather forecast
San Andrés Tuxtla, Mexico

April is a tropical spring month in San Andrés Tuxtla, Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°C (89.2°F) and 21.7°C (71.1°F).

Temperature

The arrival of April brings a soft temperature shift, with the average high-temperature nudging from a warm 28.2°C (82.8°F) in March to a hot 31.8°C (89.2°F). San Andrés Tuxtla experiences an average temperature drop to an agreeable 21.7°C (71.1°F) during April nights.

Heat index

The heat index value for April is evaluated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 70%, are the least humid months in San Andrés Tuxtla.

Rainfall

April is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 10 days and accumulates 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 6:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In San Andrés Tuxtla, Mexico, the average sunshine in April is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.