April weather forecastArakkonam, India

Weather in April

April, like March, in Arakkonam, India, is another fiery hot pre-monsoon summer month, with an average temperature varying between 39.3°C (102.7°F) and 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Temperature

The onset of April introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a very hot 36.3°C (97.3°F) in March to a still fiery hot 39.3°C (102.7°F). Despite the hot April days, Arakkonam's nights see an average temperature plunge to a warm 25.7°C (78.3°F).

Heat index

April's average heat index is estimated at a burning hot 58°C (136.4°F). Warning: These weather conditions are viewed as overly hazardous, with approaching heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Arakkonam is 57%.

Rainfall

In Arakkonam, in April, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 9mm (0.35") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 620mm (24.41") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Arakkonam, India, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:23 pm. On the last day of April, in Arakkonam, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 6:26 pm IST.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Arakkonam is 10.9h.

UV index

March through July, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 8 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Ensure safety measures are in place, as skin and eyes are vulnerable to quick damage. 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. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.