October weather forecast
Fortuna, Ecuador

October, like September, is another tropical spring month in Fortuna, Ecuador, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.2°C (88.2°F) and min 21°C (69.8°F).

Temperature

Fortuna marks the start of October with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from September's 31.3°C (88.3°F). Fortuna's nighttime temperature in October drops to an average of 21°C (69.8°F).

Heat index

October's mean heat index is estimated at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. 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 gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Fortuna is 73%.

Rainfall

In Fortuna, in October, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fortuna, there are 296.9 rainfall days, and 2322mm (91.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 9min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:12. On the last day of October, in Fortuna, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:08 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.1h.

UV index

February through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in October leads to these guidelines:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.