April weather forecastTenkasi, India

Weather in April

April in Tenkasi, India, is a fiery hot pre-monsoon summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.9°C (76.8°F) and 35.6°C (96.1°F).

Temperature

The month of April sees the highest average temperatures, reaching 35.6°C (96.1°F) at the peak and 24.9°C (76.8°F) at the low.

Heat index

During April, the heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.

Humidity

In Tenkasi, the average relative humidity in April is 65%.

Rainfall

In Tenkasi, in April, it is raining for 23.6 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 200.9 rainfall days, and 727mm (28.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 6:31 pm IST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in April translates into the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.