October weather forecastPalmas Altas, Cuba

Weather in October

October, like September, is another tropical autumn month in Palmas Altas, Cuba, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.2°C (73.8°F) and an average high of 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

The transition into October reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), mirroring a close resemblance to September. Throughout October, Palmas Altas witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them 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 extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The most humid month in Palmas Altas is October, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Palmas Altas, in October, it is raining for 23.3 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Palmas Altas, there are 216.6 rainfall days, and 605mm (23.82") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Palmas Altas, 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 07:09 and sunset at 18:33 CDT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Palmas Altas are January and October, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in October translates into this advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.