Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
In Grand Fond, Dominica, the warmest period comes during August through October, when the average high-temperature touches 28.6°C (83.5°F).Heat index
October's average heat index is estimated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In Grand Fond, Dominica, in October, during 21.5 rainfall days, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 221.9 rainfall days, and 570mm (22.44") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
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, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:36 AST.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Grand Fond, Dominica, is 8.3h.UV index
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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What are the months with the highest UV index in Grand Fond?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Grand Fond?
How high is the UV index in October in Grand Fond?
Average temperature in October
Grand Fond, 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).
Average pressure in October
Grand Fond, 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).
Average wind speed in October
Grand Fond, 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).
Average humidity in October
Grand Fond, 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%).
Average rainfall in October
Grand Fond, 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).
Average rainfall days in October
Grand Fond, 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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Grand Fond, 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).
Average sunshine days in October
Grand Fond, 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).
Average UV index in October
Grand Fond, 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).
Average cloud cover in October
Grand Fond, 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).
Average visibility in October
Grand Fond, 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).
Grand Fond, Dominica
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