October weather forecast
Maciel, Paraguay

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

Temperature

As Maciel, Paraguay, transitions from September to October, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), nearly the same as the previous 27.1°C (80.8°F). In October, the average low-temperature is a refreshing 18.1°C (64.6°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for October is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. 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.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Maciel, 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 Maciel, Paraguay, is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of October in Maciel, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:46 -04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 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

The average sunshine in October is 8.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Maciel, Paraguay, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.