April weather forecast
Lakhipur, India

April, the same as March, in Lakhipur, India, is another hot pre-monsoon summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°C (91.9°F) and 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Temperature

In Lakhipur, the peak temperatures are generally noted in April, averaging a high of 33.3°C (91.9°F) and a low of 20.2°C (68.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during April is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity is 65%.

Rainfall

In Lakhipur, in April, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 104mm (4.09") of accumulated precipitation. In Lakhipur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.3 days and collects up to 1625mm (63.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Lakhipur, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:42 am and sunset at 5:47 pm IST.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Lakhipur is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in April is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during April translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.