April weather forecast
Vera Mendes, Brazil

April, the same as March, in Vera Mendes, Brazil, is another hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.3°C (88.3°F) and an average low of 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

During March and April, Vera Mendes experiences its lowest temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for April is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Vera Mendes is 75%.

Rainfall

In Vera Mendes, in April, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 142mm (5.59") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vera Mendes, Brazil, there are 152.5 rainfall days, and 872mm (34.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Vera Mendes is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of April, in Vera Mendes, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:38 -03.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.6h of sunshine, April has the least sunshine of the year in Vera Mendes, Brazil.

UV index

February and April, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.