April weather forecastDolores, Guatemala
April
Weather in April
April is a hot spring month in Dolores, Guatemala, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.2°C (68.4°F) and an average high of 32.8°C (91°F).Temperature
April, on average, is the warmest month, registering a high temperature of 32.8°C (91°F) and a low of 20.2°C (68.4°F).Heat index
Throughout April, the heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.
Humidity
The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 74%.Rainfall
In Dolores, during April, the rain falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation. In Dolores, during the entire year, the rain falls for 260.2 days and collects up to 1135mm (44.69") of precipitation.Daylight
In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 31min.On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:16 CST.
Sunshine
April has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are March, April and June, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Dolores, Guatemala
- Average high temperature in April: 32.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.4°C).
- Average low temperature in April: 20.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (21.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.3°C).
Average pressure in April
Dolores, Guatemala
- Average pressure in April: 1012.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012mbar).
Average wind speed in April
Dolores, Guatemala
- Average wind speed in April: 6.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.2km/h).
Average humidity in April
Dolores, Guatemala
- Average humidity in April: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).
Average rainfall in April
Dolores, Guatemala
- Average rainfall in April: 52mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (171mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (33mm).
Average rainfall days in April
Dolores, Guatemala
- Average rainfall days in April: 15.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (27.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.9 days).
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Dolores, Guatemala
- Average daylight in April: 12h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in April: 9h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in April
Dolores, Guatemala
- Average sunshine days in April: 10.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.4 days).
Average UV index in April
Dolores, Guatemala
- Average UV index in April: 7
The months with the highest UV index are March, April and June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in April
Dolores, Guatemala
- Average cloud cover in April: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in April
Dolores, Guatemala
- Average visibility in April: 8km
The month with the highest visibility is April (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, September, October, November and December (6km).
