October weather forecastLajedão, Brazil

Weather in October

October, like September, in Lajedão, Brazil, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 19.5°C (67.1°F) and 29.3°C (84.7°F).

Temperature

Lajedão greets October with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. October's average low-temperature reading settles at a refreshing 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. 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 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to 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.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Lajedão, in October, during 17.8 rainfall days, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lajedão, during the entire year, the rain falls for 235.6 days and collects up to 801mm (31.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Lajedão, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:02 and sunset at 17:47 -03.

Sunshine

October has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January through June, 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 average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.