October weather forecast
Colombia, Cuba

October, like September, is a hot autumn month in Colombia, Cuba, with an average temperature varying between 22.4°C (72.3°F) and 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

Colombia's weather in October displays an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), showing minor disparity from September's 32.3°C (90.1°F). An average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F) is expected during October.

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant 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.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, October is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 23.7 days. Throughout October, 100mm (3.94") of precipitation is accumulated. In Colombia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 202.5 days and collects up to 785mm (30.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:12 and sunset at 18:34 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.