October weather forecastMelgar, Colombia
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Melgar, Colombia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.2°C (84.6°F) and 17.2°C (63°F).Temperature
On the advent of October, Melgar's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F) from September's 29.9°C (85.8°F). Melgar encounters a significant temperature differential, with an average low-temperature of 17.2°C (63°F) during October nights.Heat index
October's mean heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant 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.
Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 67%.Rainfall
In Melgar, during October, the rain falls for 24.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 255.6 rainfall days, and 842mm (33.15") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 12h and 2min.On the first day of October in Melgar, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 17:41 -05.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 9.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.
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Average temperature in October
Melgar, Colombia
- Average high temperature in October: 29.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (30.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (28.6°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 17.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (16.4°C).
Average pressure in October
Melgar, Colombia
- Average pressure in October: 1013.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.8mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Melgar, Colombia
- Average wind speed in October: 3.4km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (2.9km/h).
Average humidity in October
Melgar, Colombia
- Average humidity in October: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (57%).
Average rainfall in October
Melgar, Colombia
- Average rainfall in October: 105mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (120mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (32mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Melgar, Colombia
- Average rainfall days in October: 24.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.8 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Melgar, Colombia
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Melgar, Colombia
- Average sunshine days in October: 2.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (1.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Melgar, Colombia
- Average UV index in October: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Melgar, Colombia
- Average cloud cover in October: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in October
Melgar, Colombia
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (9km).
