April weather forecastVellanad, India

April

Weather in April

April, the same as March, in Vellanad, India, is another hot pre-monsoon summer month, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.9°C (91.2°F) and min 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

The transition into April reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.9°C (91.2°F), mirroring a close resemblance to March. Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 25.5°C (77.9°F) in April.

Heat index

The average heat index in April is computed to be a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in April is 76%.

Rainfall

In Vellanad, in April, during 25.3 rainfall days, 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Vellanad, there are 163.2 rainfall days, and 704mm (27.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Vellanad, the average length of the day in April is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:31 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in April in Vellanad is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in April, converts into the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

In Vellanad, 32.9°C (91.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 25.5°C (77.9°F) is the average low-temperature during April. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in April is computed to be 46°C (114.8°F).

In April, the average relative humidity is 76%.

In Vellanad, India, in April, it is raining for 25.3 days, with typically 86mm (3.39") of accumulated precipitation.

In April, the average day length in Vellanad is 12h and 19min.

In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:31 pm IST.

The average sunshine duration in April in Vellanad, India, is 8.6h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Vellanad, India.

The average daily maximum UV index in April in Vellanad is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Vellanad, India

  • Average high temperature in April: 32.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (33.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 25.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°C).

Average pressure in April
Vellanad, India

  • Average pressure in April: 1009.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008mbar).

Average wind speed in April
Vellanad, India

  • Average wind speed in April: 10.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7km/h).

Average humidity in April
Vellanad, India

  • Average humidity in April: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (66%).

Average rainfall in April
Vellanad, India

  • Average rainfall in April: 86mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (118mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (9mm).

Average rainfall days in April
Vellanad, India

  • Average rainfall days in April: 25.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Vellanad, India

  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 8h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in April
Vellanad, India

  • Average sunshine days in April: 2.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (2.9 days).

Average UV index in April
Vellanad, India

  • Average UV index in April: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in April
Vellanad, India

  • Average cloud cover in April: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in April
Vellanad, India

  • Average visibility in April: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).