October weather forecast
Sucre, Colombia

October, the same as September, in Sucre, Colombia, is a hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23°C (73.4°F) and max 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Sucre notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.8°C (89.2°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. During October, the average low-temperature is a warm 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index in October is appraised at a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 28.6 days and typically aggregates up to 201mm (7.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:36 -05.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

May and October, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. 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.