October weather forecast
Caraguatay, Paraguay

October, the same as September, is another warm spring month in Caraguatay, Paraguay, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.5°C (85.1°F) and min 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Caraguatay's average high-temperature at the onset of October, reaching a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F) from September's 27.1°C (80.8°F). October brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In Caraguatay, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Caraguatay, in October, during 15.4 rainfall days, 95mm (3.74") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 885mm (34.84") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Caraguatay is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:47 -04. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 19:02 -03.
Note: On Sunday, 06. October 2024, at 00:00, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from -04 to -03. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 23. March 2025, at 00:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from -03 to -04.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.