April weather forecast
Pendales, Colombia

April, like March, is a hot spring month in Pendales, Colombia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31°C (87.8°F) and an average low of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

The transition into April is marked with an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), showing an insignificant shift from March's 31°C (87.8°F). Throughout the nights in April, Pendales notes an average low of 26.8°C (80.2°F), a small dip from the daytime peak.

Heat index

The average heat index in April is computed to be an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. 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. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Pendales is 76%.

Rainfall

In Pendales, in April, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation. In Pendales, Colombia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 210.6 days and collects up to 1115mm (43.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Pendales, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 18:14 -05.

Sunshine

April has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in April interprets into the following advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.