October weather forecast
Blades, Barbados

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Weather in October

October witnesses further retreat of monsoon in Blades, leading to a significant decrease in overall rainfall to 98mm (3.86"). Even with the reduced showers, the climate remains comfortably warm and humid. In terms of sunshine and daylight hours, it remains steady, responding mildly to the changing season. The month enacts as a buffer zone between the rainy and dry season, steadily leaning towards the latter. As October ends, weather steadily transforms into a more predictable and consistent pattern.

Temperature

Blades witnesses its peak temperatures during September and October, when the average high-temperature reaches 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

October's mean heat index is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. 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.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Blades, Barbados, in October, during 21.9 rainfall days, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 233.8 rainfall days, and 706mm (27.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Blades, Barbados, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:31 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Blades is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Blades are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Blades?

September and October represent the warmest period in Blades, with an average high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).

How hot is it in Blades in October?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Blades, is 28.9°C (84°F), while the average low-temperature is 27.8°C (82°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in October is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Blades?

The average relative humidity in October in Blades is 76%.

How many days does it rain in October in Blades?

In Blades, in October, it is raining for 21.9 days, with typically 98mm (3.86") of accumulated precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Blades have in October?

In Blades, the average day length in October is 11h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Blades?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:31 AST.

How long on average sun shines in October in Blades?

The average sunshine duration in October is 8.3h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Blades?

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Blades.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Blades?

The months with the lowest UV index in Blades are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Blades?

In Blades, Barbados, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in October
Blades, Barbados

Average temperature in October - Blades, Barbados
  • Average high temperature in October: 28.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 27.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.7°C).

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Average pressure in October
Blades, Barbados

Average pressure in October - Blades, Barbados
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Blades, Barbados

Average wind speed in October - Blades, Barbados
  • Average wind speed in October: 21.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (19.4km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Blades, Barbados

Average humidity in October - Blades, Barbados
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).

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Average rainfall in October
Blades, Barbados

Average rainfall in October - Blades, Barbados
  • Average rainfall in October: 98mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Blades, Barbados

Average rainfall days in October - Blades, Barbados
  • Average rainfall days in October: 21.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Blades, Barbados

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Blades, Barbados
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Blades, Barbados

Average sunshine days in October - Blades, Barbados
  • Average sunshine days in October: 6.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Blades, Barbados

Average UV index in October - Blades, Barbados
  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

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Average cloud cover in October
Blades, Barbados

Average cloud cover in October - Blades, Barbados
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in October
Blades, Barbados

Average visibility in October - Blades, Barbados
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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