October weather forecast
Palmira, Cuba

October, like September, in Palmira, Cuba, is another warm autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and an average low of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Temperature

October's onset records an average high-temperature of a warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), a near match to September's 30.8°C (87.4°F). The average nighttime temperature in Palmira, Cuba, lowers to a still moderately hot 23.4°C (74.1°F) throughout October.

Heat index

In October, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The most humid month in Palmira is October, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Palmira, in October, during 22.6 rainfall days, 106mm (4.17") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Palmira, Cuba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 214.1 days and collects up to 820mm (32.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of October in Palmira, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 19:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 18:44 CDT.

Sunshine

In Palmira, Cuba, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during October leads to these advisories:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.