April weather forecastMachaquila, Guatemala
April
Weather in April
April in Machaquila, Guatemala, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 20.2°C (68.4°F) and 32.8°C (91°F).Temperature
Temperature records mark April as the warmest month, with highs averaging 32.8°C (91°F) and lows at 20.2°C (68.4°F).Heat index
April's average heat index is estimated at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 74%, April is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Machaquila, in April, during 15.7 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Machaquila, during the entire year, the rain falls for 260.2 days and collects up to 1135mm (44.69") of precipitation.Daylight
In Machaquila, Guatemala, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 31min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:10. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 05:33 and sunset at 18:16 CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 9.7h of sunshine, April has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
March, April and June, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in April translates into this advice:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in April
Machaquila, 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
Machaquila, 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
Machaquila, 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
Machaquila, 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
Machaquila, 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
Machaquila, 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
Machaquila, 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
Machaquila, 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
Machaquila, 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
Machaquila, 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
Machaquila, 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).
