February weather forecast
Paso de los Mellizos, Uruguay

The last month of the summer, February, is another hot month in Paso de los Mellizos, Uruguay, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F) and an average low of 18.8°C (65.8°F).

Temperature

With the start of February, Paso de los Mellizos measures an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), not significantly differing from January's 32.3°C (90.1°F). Paso de los Mellizos measures a considerable dip from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F) during February.

Heat index

For February, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In Paso de los Mellizos, the average relative humidity in February is 64%.

Rainfall

In February, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout February, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.3 rainfall days, and 728mm (28.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in February is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of February, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 19:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 19:24 -03.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine in Paso de los Mellizos is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in February is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in February translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.