February weather forecast
Vertentes, Brazil

February, the last month of the summer in Vertentes, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.4°C (86.7°F) and an average low of 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Temperature

The arrival of February marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F) from January's 30.2°C (86.4°F). Vertentes's average low-temperature during February nights is observed to be an agreeable 20.9°C (69.6°F).

Heat index

February's heat index is calculated to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. 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.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of 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. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Vertentes, Brazil, the average relative humidity in February is 73%.

Rainfall

In February, in Vertentes, Brazil, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout February, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Vertentes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.4 days and collects up to 367mm (14.45") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Vertentes, the average length of the day in February is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of February, in Vertentes, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:44 -03.

Sunshine

In Vertentes, Brazil, the average sunshine in February is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Vertentes are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In February, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.