April weather forecastShoranur, India

Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Shoranur, India, is another tropical pre-monsoon summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.9°C (94.8°F) and 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

With the start of April, Shoranur measures an average high-temperature of a hot 34.9°C (94.8°F), not significantly differing from March's 35.3°C (95.5°F). The nighttime temperature in Shoranur, during April, averages of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in April is evaluated at a burning hot 52°C (125.6°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. 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 natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April in Shoranur is 73%.

Rainfall

In April, in Shoranur, the rain falls for 26.4 days. Throughout April, 107mm (4.21") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 243.3 rainfall days, and 1538mm (60.55") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Shoranur is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of April, in Shoranur, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:37 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Shoranur is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during April translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.