October weather forecast
Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is a hot autumn month in Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°C (86.4°F) and 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Temperature

Sabana Larga's average high-temperature in October is a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), indicating a subtle variation from September. Sabana Larga usually reports an average low-temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F) during the month of October.

Heat index

In October, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of 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. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Sabana Larga is 83%.

Rainfall

In Sabana Larga, during October, the rain falls for 24.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 92mm (3.62") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 275.3 rainfall days, and 993mm (39.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:09 AST.

Sunshine

In Sabana Larga, the average sunshine in October is 8.4h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in October translates into the following instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during October?
An average high-temperature, in October, in Sabana Larga, is 30.2°C (86.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 20.7°C (69.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is estimated at 39°C (102.2°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In October, the average relative humidity is 83%.
How much does it rain in October?
In Sabana Larga, in October, it is raining for 24.3 days, with typically 92mm (3.62") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Sabana Larga have in October?
In October, the average day length is 11h and 43min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:09 AST.
How long on average sun shines in October?
The average sunshine duration in October in Sabana Larga is 8.4h.
What is the month with the highest UV index?
January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in October?
In Sabana Larga, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic
  • Average high temperature in October: 30.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.4°C).

Average pressure in October
Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic
  • Average pressure in October: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and August (5.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

Average rainfall in October
Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall in October: 92mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (130mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (44mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic
  • Average rainfall days in October: 24.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (18 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic
  • Average sunshine days in October: 3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (6.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic
  • Average UV index in October: 6

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

Average cloud cover in October
Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in October
Sabana Larga, Dominican Republic
  • Average visibility in October: 7km

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

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