October weather forecast
Douglas, Belize

October, like September, is another hot autumn month in Douglas, Belize, with an average temperature varying between 30.5°C (86.9°F) and 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Temperature

Douglas's transition from September to October introduces an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 31.5°C (88.7°F). Douglas, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are October and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Douglas, in October, it is raining for 21 days, with typically 123mm (4.84") of accumulated precipitation. In Douglas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.4 days and collects up to 752mm (29.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:22 CST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Douglas is 8h.

UV index

January, February, August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in October translates into the following instructions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.