October weather forecast
Carayaó, Paraguay

October, like September, in Carayaó, Paraguay, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 18.1°C (64.6°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

October's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F) from September's 27.1°C (80.8°F). In the month of October, the temperature in Carayaó generally rests at an average low of 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Carayaó, Paraguay, during October, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 95mm (3.74") of precipitation. In Carayaó, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 885mm (34.84") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Carayaó is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:45 -04. On the last day of October, in Carayaó, Paraguay, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 19:00 -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 in Carayaó is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. 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. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.