February weather forecast
Santa Maria, Paraguay

The last month of the summer, February, is another tropical month in Santa Maria, Paraguay, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.8°C (91°F) and an average low of 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

February's onset records an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.8°C (91°F), a near match to January's 33.4°C (92.1°F). An average temperature of 22°C (71.6°F) marks the nights in Santa Maria, Paraguay, in February.

Heat index

For most parts of February, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Eyes open: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Prolonged exertion could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. 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.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February in Santa Maria is 70%.

Rainfall

In Santa Maria, in February, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Santa Maria, there are 130.6 rainfall days, and 683mm (26.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day in Santa Maria is 13h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 19:41. On the last day of February, in Santa Maria, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 19:19 -03.

Sunshine

In Santa Maria, the average sunshine in February is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during February morphs into the following directions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.