October weather forecast
Bohío Viejo, Dominican Republic

October, like September, is a hot autumn month in Bohío Viejo, Dominican Republic, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and an average low of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Temperature

Bohío Viejo in October witnesses an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), indicating a slight variation from September's 32.7°C (90.9°F). During the month of October, the temperature falls to an average of 21.9°C (71.4°F).

Heat index

For October, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely 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.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Bohío Viejo, in October, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation. In Bohío Viejo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.3 days and collects up to 455mm (17.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:12 AST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Bohío Viejo, Dominican Republic. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.