October weather forecast
Jiguani, Cuba

October, the same as September, in Jiguani, Cuba, is a hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31°C (87.8°F) and an average low of 22.2°C (72°F).

Temperature

October experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 31°C (87.8°F), barely different from September's 32.4°C (90.3°F). In October, Jiguani experiences an average nighttime temperature of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

October's average heat index is evaluated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 26 days. Throughout October, 103mm (4.06") of precipitation is accumulated. In Jiguani, Cuba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 230.7 days and collects up to 742mm (29.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Jiguani is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:07 and sunset at 18:31 CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Jiguani are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.