April weather forecastPalenque, Mexico

Weather in April

April in Palenque, Mexico, is a very hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 35.6°C (96.1°F) and 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

April, with an average high of 35.6°C (96.1°F) and a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F), signifies the warmest month of the year.

Heat index

For most parts of April, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The least humid month is April, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout April, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 206.7 rainfall days, and 1325mm (52.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day in Palenque, Mexico, is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:21 pm. On the last day of April, in Palenque, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 6:28 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.7h of sunshine, April has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

March, April, June and July, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Palenque. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in April translates into this advice:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.