April weather forecast
Carbets, French Guiana

April, like March, in Carbets, French Guiana, is a moderately hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.5°C (70.7°F) and an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Temperature

April's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. Carbets's temperature lowers to a mean of 21.5°C (70.7°F) during the nights in April.

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is estimated at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Carbets is 89%.

Rainfall

In Carbets, in April, during 26.3 rainfall days, 129mm (5.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 265.5 rainfall days, and 1078mm (42.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of April in Carbets, French Guiana, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:39 -03.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Carbets is 4.6h.

UV index

In Carbets, French Guiana, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in April translates into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.