October weather forecast
Gamboa, Cuba

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

Temperature

With the onset of October, the average high-temperature stands at a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), closely aligned with September's 32.3°C (90.1°F). Gamboa's temperature drops to an average low of 22.4°C (72.3°F) during the nights of October.

Heat index

During October, the heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Gamboa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 18:33 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.