April weather forecastBaticane, French Guiana

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is another warm spring month in Baticane, French Guiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.1°C (73.6°F) and max 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

With April's advent, Baticane sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), subtly shifted from March's 29.5°C (85.1°F). Baticane, in April, experiences an average temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in April is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. 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. 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. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Baticane, French Guiana, is 83%.

Rainfall

In Baticane, in April, it is raining for 24.6 days, with typically 91mm (3.58") of accumulated precipitation. In Baticane, French Guiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 253 days and collects up to 878mm (34.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Baticane is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of April, in Baticane, French Guiana, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:41 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 5.5h.

UV index

January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.