April weather forecastGunupur, India

Weather in April

April, the same as March, is another sweltering pre-monsoon summer month in Gunupur, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 39.8°C (103.6°F) and min 22.2°C (72°F).

Temperature

April's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from 36.2°C (97.2°F) in March to a still sweltering 39.8°C (103.6°F). Gunupur sees a large disparity in day to night temperatures in April, with the night temperature dropping to an average of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

April's mean heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 53°C (127.4°F). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Gunupur, India, are March and April, with an average relative humidity of 48%.

Rainfall

In Gunupur, in April, during 8.7 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gunupur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.3 days and collects up to 1202mm (47.32") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April in Gunupur is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:27 am and sunset at 6:16 pm IST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are April and May, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 in April translates into this advice:
Stay protected; otherwise, skin and eyes can suffer rapid damage. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.