October weather forecastSan Cristobal, Cuba

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in San Cristobal, Cuba, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°C (75.9°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

San Cristobal experiences an average high-temperature of a warm 29.5°C (85.1°F) with the onset of October, subtly varied from September's 30.8°C (87.4°F). During October, San Cristobal experiences an average low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F) at night.

Heat index

During October, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. 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. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. In conditions of both high temperature and humidity (a high heat index), sweating is limited and the perception of heat is enhanced. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 18.1 days. Throughout October, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.4 rainfall days, and 650mm (25.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:54 CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.9h.

UV index

March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. 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. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during October is 29.5°C (85.1°F) and the low-temperature is 24.4°C (75.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is calculated to be 36°C (96.8°F).

October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

In San Cristobal, in October, during 18.1 rainfall days, 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In San Cristobal, the average day length in October is 11h and 37min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 19:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 18:54 CDT.

In October, the average sunshine duration in San Cristobal is 7.9h.

March through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
San Cristobal, Cuba

  • Average high temperature in October: 29.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (25.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 24.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.7°C).

Average pressure in October
San Cristobal, Cuba

  • Average pressure in October: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1013.1mbar).

Average wind speed in October
San Cristobal, Cuba

  • Average wind speed in October: 13.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (14.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
San Cristobal, Cuba

  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (71%).

Average rainfall in October
San Cristobal, Cuba

  • Average rainfall in October: 90mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (93mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (12mm).

Average rainfall days in October
San Cristobal, Cuba

  • Average rainfall days in October: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
San Cristobal, Cuba

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are May and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
San Cristobal, Cuba

  • Average sunshine days in October: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.2 days).

Average UV index in October
San Cristobal, Cuba

  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
San Cristobal, Cuba

  • Average cloud cover in October: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are January, June and October (Cloud cover 30).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in October
San Cristobal, Cuba

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).