October weather forecastRuby, Barbados

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Ruby, Barbados, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.9°C (84°F) and min 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

September and October are identified as the warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.

Humidity

In Ruby, Barbados, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Ruby, in October, it is raining for 21.9 days, with typically 98mm (3.86") of accumulated precipitation. In Ruby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 233.8 days and collects up to 706mm (27.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ruby, Barbados, the average length of the day in October 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 05:51 and sunset at 17:31 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.3h.

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during October translates into the following guidance:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.

Updated: Jan 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

In Ruby, Barbados, the months of September and October register the average highest temperatures, peaking at 28.9°C (84°F).

Ruby in October has an average high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F) and an average low-temperature of 27.8°C (82°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in October is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

In Ruby, Barbados, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

In Ruby, Barbados, in October, during 21.9 rainfall days, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

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

On the first day of October in Ruby, Barbados, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:31 AST.

The average sunshine duration in October in Ruby is 8.3h.

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

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

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ruby is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

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
Ruby, 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
Ruby, 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
Ruby, 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
Ruby, 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
Ruby, 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
Ruby, 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
Ruby, 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
Ruby, 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
Ruby, 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
Ruby, 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
Ruby, 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).