October weather forecast
Buena Vista, Curaçao

October

Weather in October

October steps into Buena Vista with a decent drop in temperature compared to September. Rainfall maxes out at 96mm (3.78"), making it the second rainiest month of the year. The weather forecasts more cloudy days, yet the blues are balanced by the attractively warm temperatures. The wind continues to slow down, averaging at a calm 25.1km/h (15.6mph). October marks a welcomed shift from the overtly tropical weather to a tranquil and comforting alternative.

Temperature

The warmest period falls in September and October, when the average high-temperature reaches 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

In October, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are October through December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Buena Vista, in October, it is raining for 23.1 days, with typically 96mm (3.78") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 220.5 rainfall days, and 653mm (25.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Buena Vista, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:10 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during October translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year?
Buena Vista's warmest period falls in September and October, when the average high-temperatures ascend to 28.9°C (84°F).
How hot is October?
The high-temperature, in October, in Buena Vista, records 28.9°C (84°F), while the low-temperature is 28.1°C (82.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the least humid month?
The months with the lowest humidity are October through December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
What is the average humidity in October?
In Buena Vista, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.
How much does it rain in October?
In Buena Vista, Curaçao, in October, during 23.1 rainfall days, 96mm (3.78") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Buena Vista have in October?
The average day length in October is 11h and 52min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:10 AST.
How many hours of sunshine does Buena Vista have in October?
In October, the average sunshine duration is 9h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in October?
In Buena Vista, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October - Buena Vista, Curaçao
Average temperature in October
Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average high temperature in October: 28.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (26.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 28.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°C).

Average pressure in October - Buena Vista, Curaçao
Average pressure in October
Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average pressure in October: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Buena Vista, Curaçao
Average wind speed in October
Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average wind speed in October: 25.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (34.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (24.6km/h).

Average humidity in October - Buena Vista, Curaçao
Average humidity in October
Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October, November and December (78%).

Average rainfall in October - Buena Vista, Curaçao
Average rainfall in October
Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average rainfall in October: 96mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (129mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (25mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Buena Vista, Curaçao
Average rainfall days in October
Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average rainfall days in October: 23.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (13.9 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Buena Vista, Curaçao
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are March, April and December (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October - Buena Vista, Curaçao
Average sunshine days in October
Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average sunshine days in October: 5.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (3.7 days).

Average UV index in October - Buena Vista, Curaçao
Average UV index in October
Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average UV index in October: 7

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

Average cloud cover in October - Buena Vista, Curaçao
Average cloud cover in October
Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October - Buena Vista, Curaçao
Average visibility in October
Buena Vista, Curaçao
  • 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).

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