October weather forecast
South District, Barbados

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in South District, Barbados, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°C (84°F) and 27.8°C (82°F).

Temperature

Peak temperatures are observed in September and October, averaging a high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

October's heat index is estimated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

In South District, 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 South District, Barbados, 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 South District, Barbados, 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, in South District, 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 in South District, Barbados, 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during October morphs into the following directions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the warmest month in South District?
September and October represent the warmest period in South District, Barbados, with an average high-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F).
How hot is it in South District in October?
An average high-temperature, in October, in South District, is 28.9°C (84°F) and the average low-temperature is 27.8°C (82°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the average humidity in October in South District?
The average relative humidity in October in South District, Barbados, is 76%.
How many days does it rain in October in South District?
In South District, Barbados, in October, it is raining for 21.9 days, with typically 98mm (3.86") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in October in South District?
The average day length in October in South District, Barbados, is 11h and 50min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in South District?
On the first day of October in South District, 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.
How many hours of sunshine does South District have in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 8.3h.
When is the highest UV index in South District?
The months with the highest UV index in South District, Barbados, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in South District?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in South District.
How high is the UV index in October in South District?
In South District, Barbados, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October - South District, Barbados
Average temperature in October
South District, 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 - South District, Barbados
Average pressure in October
South District, 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 - South District, Barbados
Average wind speed in October
South District, 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 - South District, Barbados
Average humidity in October
South District, 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 - South District, Barbados
Average rainfall in October
South District, 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 - South District, Barbados
Average rainfall days in October
South District, 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 - South District, Barbados
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
South District, Barbados
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 5min

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 2min

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 - South District, Barbados
Average sunshine days in October
South District, 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 - South District, Barbados
Average UV index in October
South District, 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 - South District, Barbados
Average cloud cover in October
South District, 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 - South District, Barbados
Average visibility in October
South District, 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).

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