April weather forecast
Orocué, Colombia

April, like March, in Orocué, Colombia, is another warm spring month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.8°C (74.8°F) and max 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

Orocué starts April with an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from March. During the nights in April, the temperature averages to a still warm 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

April's mean heat index is appraised at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Orocué, in April, it is raining for 26.6 days, with typically 228mm (8.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Orocué, there are 269.7 rainfall days, and 1837mm (72.32") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Orocué is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of April in Orocué, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 17:51 -05.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Orocué, Colombia, is 6h.

UV index

April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during April translates into the following directions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.