April weather forecast
Fundación, Colombia

April, like March, is another tropical spring month in Fundación, Colombia, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.8°C (73°F) and max 34.1°C (93.4°F).

Temperature

March's transformation into April witnesses an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.1°C (93.4°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. Fundación experiences a nighttime temperature average of 22.8°C (73°F) during April.

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. With ongoing exertion, heatstroke becomes a possibility.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Fundación, in April, during 15.9 rainfall days, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Fundación, there are 188.3 rainfall days, and 736mm (28.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Fundación, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:08 -05.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Fundación are April and May, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through September and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Fundación, Colombia. 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: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during April translates into the following directions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.