April weather forecastPadalam, India

Weather in April

April is a fiery hot pre-monsoon summer month in Padalam, India, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.4°C (79.5°F) and an average high of 36.8°C (98.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of April denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a very hot 36.8°C (98.2°F) from March's 34.3°C (93.7°F). Throughout the month of April, Padalam witnesses an average temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for April is appraised at a blazing hot 53°C (127.4°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In April, the average relative humidity in Padalam, India, is 64%.

Rainfall

In Padalam, in April, it is raining for 5.3 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Padalam, there are 115.9 rainfall days, and 537mm (21.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Padalam, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of April, in Padalam, India, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 6:24 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Padalam is 10.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
Remember to safeguard yourself. Rapid damage can occur to skin and eyes without protection. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.