April weather forecastPuerto Boyacá, Colombia

Weather in April

April, like March, is another tropical spring month in Puerto Boyacá, Colombia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.8°C (89.2°F) and an average low of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Temperature

April notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.8°C (89.2°F), subtly differing from March's 31.6°C (88.9°F). During April, Puerto Boyacá sees a mean low-temperature of 20.3°C (68.5°F).

Heat index

For April, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In Puerto Boyacá, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

Rainfall

In April, in Puerto Boyacá, the rain falls for 26.2 days. Throughout April, 194mm (7.64") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Puerto Boyacá, there are 279.7 rainfall days, and 2063mm (81.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Puerto Boyacá, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of April, in Puerto Boyacá, Colombia, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:05 -05.

Sunshine

In Puerto Boyacá, the average sunshine in April is 10.9h.

UV index

April and August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest 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: A maximum UV index of 7 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.