October weather forecastColón, Cuba

Weather in October

Come October and the rainfall in Colón, Cuba, decreases to 66mm (2.6"), signaling the retreat's arrival. Relative humidity prominently stays at 82%, causing a stunning palette of twilight hues for the city. The 30.4°C (86.7°F) peak temperatures announce the arrival of the cooler season. Alongside a reduction in daylight hours, October shares a softer and serene ambiance despite the transitional weather conditions. It is a month for sightseers striving for a balance of warm and cool weather.

Temperature

October brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. Colón observes an average nighttime temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) during October.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Colón, in October, it is raining for 16.6 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181 rainfall days, and 640mm (25.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Colón, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 19:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 18:46 CDT.

Sunshine

In Colón, the average sunshine in October is 7.2h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.