October weather forecast
John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda

October

Weather in October

Entering October, John Hughes registers the highest rainfall of the year at 100mm (3.94"), distributed over approximately 24 days. Concurrently, the month signifies a shift with slightly lower temperatures settling in, ranging from 27.9°C (82.2°F) to 28.5°C (83.3°F). Possibly owed to the reduced temperatures, the average daily sunshine hours shrink to 7.2 hours, signaling the onset of shorter days. These conditions, supplemented by a steady relative humidity of 76%, produce a mild cooling effect despite the increased rainfall. As such, October unrolls an assuringly predictable weather pattern, imbued with a hint of cooling.

Temperature

John Hughes experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F) in October, closely aligned with September's 28.8°C (83.8°F). John Hughes's temperature during October nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of 27.9°C (82.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is appraised at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. 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 particularly relevant to children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 23.3 days and accumulates 100mm (3.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

In John Hughes, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:36 AST.

Sunshine

In John Hughes, the average sunshine in October is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. 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 the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in October translates into this advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is October?
During October, John Hughes experiences an average high-temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a low-temperature of 27.9°C (82.2°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.
What is the rainiest month?
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 23.3 days and typically aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in October?
In October, the rain falls for 23.3 days. Throughout October, 100mm (3.94") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in October?
In October, the average day length is 11h and 45min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 17:36 AST.
How many hours of sunshine does John Hughes have in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.2h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.
When is the lowest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in October?
In John Hughes, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October - John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
Average temperature in October
John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
  • Average high temperature in October: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (25.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 27.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (25°C).

Average pressure in October - John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
Average pressure in October
John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
  • Average pressure in October: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1016.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1012.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October - John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
Average wind speed in October
John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
  • Average wind speed in October: 20.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (26.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (20.4km/h).

Average humidity in October - John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
Average humidity in October
John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
  • Average humidity in October: 76%

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

Average rainfall in October - John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
Average rainfall in October
John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
  • Average rainfall in October: 100mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (100mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (23mm).

Average rainfall days in October - John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
Average rainfall days in October
John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
  • Average rainfall days in October: 23.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (17.7 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are April, August and September (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October - John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
Average sunshine days in October
John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
  • Average sunshine days in October: 4.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.6 days).

Average UV index in October - John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
Average UV index in October
John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
  • 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 - John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
Average cloud cover in October
John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are May, June and July (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October - John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
Average visibility in October
John Hughes, Antigua and Barbuda
  • 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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