February weather forecast
Piraí do Norte, Brazil

The last month of the summer, February, is also a hot month in Piraí do Norte, Brazil, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low of 19.6°C (67.3°F).

Temperature

Temperatures reach their maximum during February and March, recording an average high-temperature of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Heat index

In February, the average heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

February is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In February, in Piraí do Norte, the rain falls for 16.2 days. Throughout February, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is accumulated. In Piraí do Norte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 241.8 days and collects up to 524mm (20.63") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Piraí do Norte, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of February, in Piraí do Norte, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:00 -03.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Piraí do Norte are January and February, with an average of 8.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.