February weather forecastPalmitas, Uruguay

Weather in February

February, the last month of the summer in Palmitas, is also a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°C (87.3°F) and min 18.3°C (64.9°F).

Temperature

As February takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. Despite a noticeable differential from daytime highs, Palmitas notes an average nighttime low-temperature of 18.3°C (64.9°F) in February.

Heat index

The heat index value during February is computed to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Palmitas, the average relative humidity in February is 63%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is February, when the rain falls for 9.1 days and typically aggregates up to 80mm (3.15") of precipitation.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 19:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 19:28 -03.

Sunshine

In Palmitas, the average sunshine in February is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in February leads to these guidelines:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.