April, the same as
March, is a moderately hot autumn month in
Belo Horizonte,
Brazil, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 17.3°C (63.1°F).
Temperature
In Belo Horizonte, Brazil, the average high-temperature in April is relatively the same as in March - a still warm 27.5°C (81.5°F). In Belo Horizonte, the average low-temperature is 17.3°C (63.1°F).
Heat index
In April, the average heat index is appraised at a hot 30.2°C (86.4°F). Exhaustion is likely with prolonged exposure and activity. Sustaining activity may result in heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature', 'feels like', or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional factors like activity, differences in body mass, height, and shape, wind, and clothing affect individual temperature impact. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it is vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in April in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, is 73.9%.
Rainfall
In Belo Horizonte, during April, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 61.2mm (2.41") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Belo Horizonte, there are 116 rainfall days, and 1491.3mm (58.71") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
The average length of the day in April is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 17:34 -03.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in April is 7.6h.
UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in April in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, is 10. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 10 translate into the following recommendations:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Protect yourself by liberally applying a sunscreen of at least 30 SPF. Sunscreen prevents sunburn and decreases the damaging effects of Sun's radiation on the immune system.