April weather forecast
Barranco, Ecuador

April, like March, is another tropical autumn month in Barranco, Ecuador, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.8°C (89.2°F) and 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Temperature

The commencement of April brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from March. Barranco reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F) in April.

Heat index

For April, the heat index is appraised at a blistering 44°C (111.2°F). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 82%.

Rainfall

In Barranco, during April, the rain falls for 27.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 205mm (8.07") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 235.3 rainfall days, and 1397mm (55") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Barranco, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:17 -05.

Sunshine

In Barranco, the average sunshine in April is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Barranco are January through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.