October weather forecast
Los Palacios, Cuba

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Los Palacios, Cuba, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.1°C (84.4°F) and 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Temperature

October's advent denotes a minor fluctuation in the average high-temperature to a warm 29.1°C (84.4°F) from September's 30.7°C (87.3°F). In Los Palacios, the nightly October temperatures experience a slight descent from daily highs to an average low of 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

October and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Los Palacios, during October, the rain falls for 14.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. In Los Palacios, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.7 days and collects up to 472mm (18.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 19:20. On the last day of October, in Los Palacios, sunrise is at 07:37 and sunset at 18:55 CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during October morphs into the following directions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.