October weather forecastPaulo Afonso, Brazil

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Paulo Afonso, Brazil, is another tropical spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.3°C (91.9°F) and min 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Temperature

October registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.3°C (91.9°F), slightly varied from September's 31.4°C (88.5°F). During October, Paulo Afonso consistently records a temperature low averaging an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is estimated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In Paulo Afonso, the average relative humidity in October is 61%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout October, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.1 rainfall days, and 256mm (10.08") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of October, in Paulo Afonso, sunrise is at 05:03 and sunset at 17:29 -03.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in October leads to these recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. 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. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.