April weather forecastCopainalá, Mexico

Weather in April

April is a tropical spring month in Copainalá, Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 32°C (89.6°F) and 18.6°C (65.5°F).

Temperature

April brings the highest temperatures, with an average high of 32°C (89.6°F) and an average low of 18.6°C (65.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 63%, April is the least humid month in Copainalá.

Rainfall

In April, in Copainalá, Mexico, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout April, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated. In Copainalá, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.9 days and collects up to 1153mm (45.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of April, in Copainalá, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 6:32 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Copainalá, the average sunshine in April is 10.8h.

UV index

The month with the highest UV index in Copainalá is April, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.