April weather forecastCuyotenango, Guatemala

Weather in April

April, like March, is another tropical spring month in Cuyotenango, Guatemala, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°C (88.3°F) and 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Temperature

April welcomes an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), not much different from the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F) is observed in Cuyotenango, Guatemala, during April.

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. 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.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In Cuyotenango, Guatemala, the average relative humidity in April is 64%.

Rainfall

In Cuyotenango, in April, during 19.6 rainfall days, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cuyotenango, during the entire year, the rain falls for 222.8 days and collects up to 1491mm (58.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Cuyotenango, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:18. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 18:23 CST.

Sunshine

April and July, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Cuyotenango, Guatemala.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during April translates into the following directions:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.