October weather forecast
Elpidio Gomez, Cuba

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Elpidio Gomez, Cuba, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.6°C (85.3°F) and min 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Temperature

October brings an average high-temperature of a warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), showing a slight difference from September's 30.8°C (87.4°F). The nighttime temperature dips to a still moderately hot 23.4°C (74.1°F) on average during October.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is estimated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Elpidio Gomez, in October, it is raining for 22.6 days, with typically 106mm (4.17") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 214.1 rainfall days, and 820mm (32.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Elpidio Gomez, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of October, in Elpidio Gomez, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:44 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Elpidio Gomez is 7.5h.

UV index

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.