October weather forecast
Astrea, Colombia

October, the same as September, in Astrea, Colombia, is another tropical autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 22°C (71.6°F) and 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

The initiation of October records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.8°C (89.2°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Astrea's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 22°C (71.6°F) during the nights of October.

Heat index

For October, the heat index is computed to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Astrea, Colombia.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.5 days and accumulates 258mm (10.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:33 -05.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 6, October is the month with the lowest UV index in Astrea. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.