October weather forecast
La Julia, Dominican Republic

October, like September, in La Julia, Dominican Republic, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

La Julia records a slight change with October's average high-temperatures adjusting to a moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F) from September's 30.3°C (86.5°F). La Julia experiences a mean temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) during October nights.

Heat index

During October, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are September through December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In La Julia, in October, during 15.5 rainfall days, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 443mm (17.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in La Julia is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of October in La Julia, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:07 AST.

Sunshine

In La Julia, Dominican Republic, the average sunshine in October is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in La Julia 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.