April weather forecast
Kottakkal, India

April, the same as March, in Kottakkal, India, is a hot pre-monsoon summer month, with an average temperature varying between 26.4°C (79.5°F) and 33.8°C (92.8°F).

Temperature

April's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.8°C (92.8°F), slightly varied from March's 34.3°C (93.7°F). The nighttime temperature, during April, averages of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Kottakkal, India, in April, during 14.2 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kottakkal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.8 days and collects up to 464mm (18.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:38 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Kottakkal is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Kottakkal, India, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. 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. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.