October weather forecast
Hatillo, Dominican Republic

October, like September, in Hatillo, Dominican Republic, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23°C (73.4°F) and max 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

Hatillo, Dominican Republic, greets October with an average high-temperature of a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. In the month of October, Hatillo records a consistent average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

October's heat index is evaluated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

September through December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Hatillo.

Rainfall

In Hatillo, during October, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 443mm (17.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hatillo, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of October, in Hatillo, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:09 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Hatillo is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Hatillo are May through July, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During October, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.