October weather forecast
Puerto Caicedo, Colombia

October, the same as September, in Puerto Caicedo, Colombia, is a hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°C (86.7°F) and 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Temperature

During October, Puerto Caicedo records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), marking a slight divergence from September's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Puerto Caicedo records an average low-temperature of 19.5°C (67.1°F) throughout the month of October.

Heat index

For October, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Puerto Caicedo, Colombia, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, in Puerto Caicedo, the rain falls for 27 days. Throughout October, 262mm (10.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Puerto Caicedo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 310.3 days and collects up to 2604mm (102.52") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Puerto Caicedo is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of October, in Puerto Caicedo, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:52 -05.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Puerto Caicedo are January, February, May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in October translates into this advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.