October weather forecast
Yacopí, Colombia

October, like September, is a hot autumn month in Yacopí, Colombia, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30°C (86°F) and an average low of 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Temperature

In October, Yacopí notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30°C (86°F), hardly different from the preceding month. Yacopí, during the month of October, experiences an average low-temperature of 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index in October is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values 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. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

In October, in Yacopí, the rain falls for 24.3 days. Throughout October, 289mm (11.38") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 260.6 rainfall days, and 2308mm (90.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Yacopí, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:48. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:38 -05.

Sunshine

In Yacopí, the average sunshine in October is 8.5h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.