October weather forecast
Bauta, Cuba

October, like September, in Bauta, Cuba, is a moderately hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and an average low of 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

The shift from September to October is characterized by an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), not significantly different from the 31.5°C (88.7°F) of September. During the month of October, the temperature in Bauta generally drops to a low average of 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Bauta, in October, it is raining for 21.6 days, with typically 102mm (4.02") of accumulated precipitation. In Bauta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 204.8 days and collects up to 802mm (31.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 19:17. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 18:52 CDT.

Sunshine

In Bauta, the average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Bauta is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in October leads to these recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.