October weather forecast
Good Hope, Dominica

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Weather in October

October sees a retracting of daylight hours alongside a slight decrease in sunshine hours in Good Hope, Dominica. A gradual yet evident lowering of rainfall to 67mm (2.64") signifies the onset of the transition towards the drier season. Correspondingly, the humidity along with the cloud cover diminishes slightly. Winds witness a structural change, growing mildly aggressive as they pick up speed. Despite these alterations, temperature levels remain stable, as visible between 26.7°C (80.1°F) and 28.6°C (83.5°F).

Temperature

The height of temperatures in Good Hope is seen during August through October, averaging a high-temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index in October is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In October, in Good Hope, the rain falls for 21.5 days. Throughout October, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated. In Good Hope, during the entire year, the rain falls for 221.9 days and collects up to 570mm (22.44") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Good Hope, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of October, in Good Hope, Dominica, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:36 AST.

Sunshine

In Good Hope, the average sunshine in October is 8.3h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Good Hope?

August through October mark Good Hope's peak of temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F).

How hot is October in Good Hope?

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 28.6°C (83.5°F) and 26.7°C (80.1°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Good Hope?

The average relative humidity in October in Good Hope, Dominica, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Good Hope in October?

In Good Hope, Dominica, in October, it is raining for 21.5 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in October in Good Hope?

In Good Hope, Dominica, the average day length in October is 11h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October in Good Hope?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, in Good Hope, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:36 AST.

How long on average sun shines in October in Good Hope?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Good Hope is 8.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Good Hope?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Good Hope?

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

What is the UV index intensity in October in Good Hope?

In Good Hope, Dominica, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Good Hope, Dominica

Average temperature in October - Good Hope, Dominica
  • Average high temperature in October: 28.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August, September and October (28.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 26.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.1°C).

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Average pressure in October
Good Hope, Dominica

Average pressure in October - Good Hope, Dominica
  • Average pressure in October: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Good Hope, Dominica

Average wind speed in October - Good Hope, Dominica
  • Average wind speed in October: 20.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (20.2km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Good Hope, Dominica

Average humidity in October - Good Hope, Dominica
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (75%).

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Average rainfall in October
Good Hope, Dominica

Average rainfall in October - Good Hope, Dominica
  • Average rainfall in October: 67mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Good Hope, Dominica

Average rainfall days in October - Good Hope, Dominica
  • Average rainfall days in October: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (14.8 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Good Hope, Dominica

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Good Hope, Dominica
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Good Hope, Dominica

Average sunshine days in October - Good Hope, Dominica
  • Average sunshine days in October: 6.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (5.9 days).

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Average UV index in October
Good Hope, Dominica

Average UV index in October - Good Hope, Dominica
  • 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
Good Hope, Dominica

Average cloud cover in October - Good Hope, Dominica
  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The months with the most cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in October
Good Hope, Dominica

Average visibility in October - Good Hope, Dominica
  • 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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