October weather forecast
Upala, Costa Rica

Upala, Costa Rica, experiences a unique weather pattern in October as it differs from September and anticipates the weather conditions in November. There's a noteworthy rise in rainfall, making October the year's wettest month. Temperature still tends to remain constant without considerable variation, indicating stable weather behavior. Cloud coverage remains relatively high, and rainfall periods tend to last throughout most of the month. Remarkably, October sees the highest rainfall of the year with an average of 257mm (10.12").

Temperature

October's arrival in Upala shows an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F), hardly different from the previous month. Throughout the month of October, Upala sees a steady low-temperature average of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

October's heat index is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 84%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 29.2 days and typically aggregates up to 257mm (10.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Upala, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:28 and sunset at 17:30. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:31 and sunset at 17:15 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.6h.

UV index

January, February, July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Upala, Costa Rica. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in October leads to these recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.