October weather forecastProspect, Barbados

October

Weather in October

Heralding a shift towards the end of the year, October in Prospect witnesses a decrease in rain volume to 178mm (7.01"). Moving away from September's peak rainfall, October offers slightly drier days. However, rainfall remains relatively high maintaining the need for an umbrella. With daylight hours decreasing, the evenings set in earlier, yet the weather remains warm, and sea temperatures maintain their warmth.

Temperature

The transition into October marks the average high-temperature at a still hot 30°C (86°F), identical to September. Prospect witnesses an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) throughout the month of October.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall in Prospect. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 178mm (7.01") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Prospect, in October, the average water temperature is 28°C (82.4°F).
Note: For activities such as swimming and diving, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as particularly pleasant and satisfying for prolonged periods without feeling uneasy.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of October in Prospect, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:31 AST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Prospect is October, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

In Prospect, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 11. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 11 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Enforce all necessary precautions, unprotected skin might burn swiftly. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. A sunscreen boasting a minimum SPF of 30 should be generously applied and reapplied even on cloudy days, post swim or outdoor exercise. Caution! Sand and water reflections can notably increase the UV radiation intensity.

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

Prospect in October has an average high-temperature of 30°C (86°F) and an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F).

The month with the most rainfall in Prospect is October, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 178mm (7.01") of precipitation.

In Prospect, Barbados, in October, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 178mm (7.01") of accumulated precipitation.

In October, the average sea temperature in Prospect is 28°C (82.4°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

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

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of the month, in Prospect, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:31 AST.

With an average of 7h of sunshine, October has the least sunshine of the year in Prospect.

In Prospect, the average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 11. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in October
Prospect, Barbados

Average high temperature in October: 30°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May, June and August (31°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28°C).

Average low temperature in October: 23°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (23°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and March (21°C).

Average rainfall in October
Prospect, Barbados

Average rainfall in October: 178mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (178mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (37mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Prospect, Barbados

Average rainfall days in October: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (7 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Prospect, Barbados

Average sea temperature in October: 28°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (26°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Prospect, 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: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 7h).

Average UV index in October
Prospect, Barbados

Average UV index in October: 11

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 9).