April weather forecastUaxactun, Guatemala

Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Uaxactun, Guatemala, is another tropical spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.7°C (69.3°F) and 34.7°C (94.5°F).

Temperature

April is the warmest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 34.7°C (94.5°F) and an average low of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

April's average heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 70%, April is the least humid month in Uaxactun, Guatemala.

Rainfall

In Uaxactun, during April, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Uaxactun, there are 226.5 rainfall days, and 846mm (33.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Uaxactun is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of April in Uaxactun, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:32 and sunset at 18:18 CST.

Sunshine

April has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.7h of sunshine.

UV index

March through July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during April leads to these advisories:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.