October weather forecastMinas, Cuba

Weather in October

October, like September, is another hot autumn month in Minas, Cuba, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.4°C (86.7°F) and an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

The advent of October sees the average high-temperature at a still tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), subtly shifted from September's 31.8°C (89.2°F). Minas records an average temperature drop to an agreeable 22.5°C (72.5°F) in October.

Heat index

October's heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Minas, in October, during 25.3 rainfall days, 111mm (4.37") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 211.1 rainfall days, and 820mm (32.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Minas is 11h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of October, in Minas, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 18:34 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.