October weather forecast
São Félix do Xingu, Brazil

October, like September, is another hot spring month in São Félix do Xingu, Brazil, with an average temperature varying between 21.3°C (70.3°F) and 34.5°C (94.1°F).

Temperature

São Félix do Xingu, Brazil, marks the arrival of October with an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.5°C (94.1°F), hardly different from September's 36.1°C (97°F). The nighttime temperature during October exhibits a clear drop from daytime highs, settling at a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during October is appraised at a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in São Félix do Xingu, Brazil, is 70%.

Rainfall

In São Félix do Xingu, in October, it is raining for 23.8 days, with typically 108mm (4.25") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in São Félix do Xingu, there are 227.8 rainfall days, and 1282mm (50.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In São Félix do Xingu, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of October, in São Félix do Xingu, Brazil, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:21 -03.

Sunshine

In São Félix do Xingu, the average sunshine in October is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.