October weather forecastRock Dundo, Barbados

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Rock Dundo, Barbados, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 27.8°C (82°F) and 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

The warmest period falls in September and October, when the average high-temperature reaches 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

During October, the heat index is appraised at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Rock Dundo is 76%.

Rainfall

In Rock Dundo, during October, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 98mm (3.86") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 233.8 rainfall days, and 706mm (27.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Rock Dundo is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of October, 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

In October, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Rock Dundo 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During October, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

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

In Rock Dundo, Barbados, the months of September and October are known for the peak temperatures, reaching an average high of 28.9°C (84°F).

During October, Rock Dundo experiences an average high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F) and a low-temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).

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

In October, in Rock Dundo, the rain falls for 21.9 days. Throughout October, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in October in Rock Dundo 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 Rock Dundo, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:31 AST.

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

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

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

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Rock Dundo is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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
Rock Dundo, 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
Rock Dundo, 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
Rock Dundo, 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
Rock Dundo, 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
Rock Dundo, 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
Rock Dundo, 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
Rock Dundo, 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
Rock Dundo, 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
Rock Dundo, 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
Rock Dundo, 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
Rock Dundo, 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).