October weather forecastBarú, Colombia

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Barú, Colombia, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Temperature

Barú experiences the lowest of its temperatures in October and November, when the average high-temperatures rise to 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In Barú, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 28.2 days and accumulates 221mm (8.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:39 -05.

Sunshine

In Barú, the average sunshine in October is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Barú are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index in Barú are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in October transforms into this advice:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

In Barú, October and November are characterised by the lowest temperatures, recording an average high of 29.8°C (85.6°F).

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Barú, Colombia, are 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 26.5°C (79.7°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in October is calculated to be 37°C (98.6°F).

In October, the average relative humidity in Barú, Colombia, is 78%.

October is the month with the most rainfall in Barú, Colombia. Rain falls for 28.2 days and accumulates 221mm (8.7") of precipitation.

In Barú, Colombia, during October, the rain falls for 28.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 221mm (8.7") of precipitation.

The average day length in October is 11h and 54min.

On the first day of October in Barú, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:39 -05.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

The months with the highest UV index in Barú, Colombia, 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 in Barú, Colombia.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Barú, Colombia, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Barú, Colombia

  • Average high temperature in October: 29.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February, June and July (31.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are October and November (29.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 26.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Barú, Colombia

  • Average pressure in October: 1009.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Barú, Colombia

  • Average wind speed in October: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (22km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Barú, Colombia

  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Barú, Colombia

  • Average rainfall in October: 221mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (221mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (3mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Barú, Colombia

  • Average rainfall days in October: 28.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.6 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Barú, Colombia

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Barú, Colombia

  • Average sunshine days in October: 1.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (1.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Barú, Colombia

  • 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
Barú, Colombia

  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in October
Barú, Colombia

  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is October (9km).