October weather forecastBlades, Barbados
October
Weather in October
October witnesses further retreat of monsoon in Blades, leading to a significant decrease in overall rainfall to 98mm (3.86"). Even with the reduced showers, the climate remains comfortably warm and humid. In terms of sunshine and daylight hours, it remains steady, responding mildly to the changing season. The month enacts as a buffer zone between the rainy and dry season, steadily leaning towards the latter. As October ends, weather steadily transforms into a more predictable and consistent pattern.Temperature
Blades witnesses its peak temperatures during September and October, when the average high-temperature reaches 28.9°C (84°F).Heat index
October's mean heat index is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In Blades, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.Rainfall
In Blades, Barbados, in October, during 21.9 rainfall days, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 233.8 rainfall days, and 706mm (27.8") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Blades, Barbados, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:31 AST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Blades is 8.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Blades are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In October, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Blades, Barbados
- Average high temperature in October: 28.9°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.8°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 27.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.7°C).
Average pressure in October
Blades, Barbados
- Average pressure in October: 1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Blades, Barbados
- Average wind speed in October: 21.5km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (28.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (19.4km/h).
Average humidity in October
Blades, Barbados
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and November (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (74%).
Average rainfall in October
Blades, Barbados
- Average rainfall in October: 98mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (13mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Blades, Barbados
- Average rainfall days in October: 21.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Blades, Barbados
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in October: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Blades, Barbados
- Average sunshine days in October: 6.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is February (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Blades, Barbados
- 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
Blades, Barbados
- Average cloud cover in October: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in October
Blades, Barbados
- 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).
