April weather forecastLas Pilas, Guatemala

Weather in April

April in Las Pilas, Guatemala, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 32.3°C (90.1°F) and 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Temperature

Las Pilas's temperature records reveal April as the warmest month, marked by average highs of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and lows of 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Heat index

In April, the average heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 67%, April is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Las Pilas, in April, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 193.9 rainfall days, and 636mm (25.04") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Las Pilas, Guatemala, is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 18:18 CST.

Sunshine

April has the most sunshine of the year in Las Pilas, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In Las Pilas, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in April interprets into the following advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. 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. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.