February weather forecast
Cidade Gaúcha, Brazil

February, the last month of the summer in Cidade Gaúcha, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.2°C (68.4°F) and an average high of 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

With the start of February, Cidade Gaúcha measures an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), not significantly differing from January's 29.2°C (84.6°F). In the month of February, the average temperature dips to an agreeable 20.2°C (68.4°F) during the night.

Heat index

In February, the average heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital 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 combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In Cidade Gaúcha, the average relative humidity in February is 85%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 23.4 days. Throughout February, 154mm (6.06") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 188.9 rainfall days, and 1183mm (46.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 12h and 52min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 19:01 -03.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is February, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in February transforms into this advice:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.