October weather forecastFlat Rock, Barbados

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Flat Rock, Barbados, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.9°C (84°F) and 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

The months of September and October see the peak of Flat Rock's temperatures, averaging a high of 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

For October, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

In Flat Rock, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 21.9 days. Throughout October, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is accumulated. In Flat Rock, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Flat Rock is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:31 AST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Flat Rock is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. 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 protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Flat Rock sees its peak of temperatures during September and October, with an average high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).

Flat Rock in October has an average high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F) and an average low-temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

The average relative humidity in October is 76%.

In Flat Rock, in October, it is raining for 21.9 days, with typically 98mm (3.86") of accumulated precipitation.

In October, the average day length in Flat Rock is 11h and 50min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:31 AST.

The average sunshine duration in October is 8.3h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Flat Rock are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Flat Rock, Barbados, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

28.9°C

28.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

19.7km/h

22.2km/h

24.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

5.5

6.7

7.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Flat Rock, 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
Flat Rock, 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
Flat Rock, 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
Flat Rock, 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
Flat Rock, 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
Flat Rock, 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
Flat Rock, 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
Flat Rock, 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
Flat Rock, 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
Flat Rock, 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
Flat Rock, 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).