April weather forecast
Ortega, Colombia

April, like March, is a hot spring month in Ortega, Colombia, with an average temperature ranging between min 20°C (68°F) and max 33.5°C (92.3°F).

Temperature

Ortega notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F) in April, displaying minor variation from March. A steep decline to an agreeable 20°C (68°F) characterizes the April nights.

Heat index

The heat index in April is evaluated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Ortega is 62%.

Rainfall

In Ortega, during April, the rain falls for 23.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 96mm (3.78") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 211.1 rainfall days, and 802mm (31.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:05 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 11.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in April translates into this advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. 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. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.