October weather forecastCacocum, Cuba

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Cacocum, Cuba, is another hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F) and an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

The initiation of October records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. During October, Cacocum's temperature averages to a pleasant 22.5°C (72.5°F) at night.

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is appraised at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. 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 human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Cacocum are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 17.9 days and typically aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:30 CDT.

Sunshine

In Cacocum, Cuba, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cacocum are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.