April weather forecast
Irikkur, India

April, the same as March, in Irikkur, India, is another tropical pre-monsoon summer month, with an average temperature varying between 32.8°C (91°F) and 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

The warmest month is April, with an average high-temperature of 32.8°C (91°F) and an average low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

April's mean heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Mind: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke can develop with continued physical activity.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Irikkur, India, the average relative humidity in April is 74%.

Rainfall

In April, in Irikkur, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout April, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated. In Irikkur, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 208.9 days and collects up to 1895mm (74.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Irikkur, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 24min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of April, in Irikkur, India, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 6:41 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April is 9.5h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Irikkur. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in April suggests the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.