April weather forecastPanzós, Guatemala

Weather in April

April in Panzós, Guatemala, is a tropical spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and an average low of 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Temperature

April, noted for its average high-temperature of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 19.2°C (66.6°F), is considered the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index value for April is evaluated at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. 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 essentially critical for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Panzós, in April, during 11.7 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. 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 is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of April, in Panzós, sunrise is at 05:35 and sunset at 18:16 CST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Panzós is April, with an average of 11.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.