April weather forecast
Barreiro, Ecuador

April, the same as March, is another warm autumn month in Barreiro, Ecuador, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

March's transformation into April witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. Barreiro's nighttime temperature during April is consistently averaged at an agreeable 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

April's average heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In Barreiro, Ecuador, the average relative humidity in April is 88%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 28.3 days. Throughout April, 330mm (12.99") of precipitation is accumulated. In Barreiro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 296.9 days and collects up to 2322mm (91.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 4min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:16 -05.

Sunshine

In Barreiro, the average sunshine in April is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Barreiro are February through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during April leads to these advisories:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.