October weather forecast
La Guama, Dominican Republic

October, like September, in La Guama, Dominican Republic, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

La Guama notes an average high-temperature of a warm 29.7°C (85.5°F) in October, hardly diverging from September. In October, the average low-temperature records at a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F) during the nights.

Heat index

For October, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 especially vital to children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In La Guama, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In La Guama, in October, during 25.1 rainfall days, 107mm (4.21") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 284.1 rainfall days, and 1006mm (39.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 42min.
On the first day of October in La Guama, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:08 AST.

Sunshine

In La Guama, the average sunshine in October is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during October morphs into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.