October weather forecastChongon, Ecuador

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Chongon, Ecuador, is another hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21°C (69.8°F) and an average high of 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Temperature

Chongon experiences an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.7°C (90.9°F) in October, marking an insignificant shift from 32.4°C (90.3°F) in September. During October, Chongon sees a mean low-temperature of 21°C (69.8°F).

Heat index

In October, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Take more caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may occur. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 68%.

Rainfall

In Chongon, in October, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. In Chongon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 235.3 days and collects up to 1397mm (55") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Chongon, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:09 -05.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 32.7°C (90.9°F) and 21°C (69.8°F) respectively. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 42°C (107.6°F).

In Chongon, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

In Chongon, in October, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in October is 12h and 10min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:09 -05.

The average sunshine duration in October in Chongon is 9.5h.

September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In Chongon, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

32.4°C

32.7°C

32.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.5km/h

10.1km/h

9.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.5

14.2

17.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Chongon, Ecuador

Average high temperature in October: 32.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (32.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (30.7°C).

Average low temperature in October: 21°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (22.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.9°C).

Average pressure in October
Chongon, Ecuador

Average pressure in October: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Chongon, Ecuador

Average wind speed in October: 8.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (8.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (4.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Chongon, Ecuador

Average humidity in October: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Chongon, Ecuador

Average rainfall in October: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (325mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (18mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Chongon, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in October: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.8 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Chongon, Ecuador

Average daylight in October: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

Average sunshine in October: 9h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Chongon, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in October: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Chongon, Ecuador

Average UV index in October: 7

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

Average cloud cover in October
Chongon, Ecuador

Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Chongon, Ecuador

Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March and April (8km).