October weather forecast
Pajonal, Ecuador

October, like September, is a hot spring month in Pajonal, Ecuador, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.7°C (90.9°F) and min 21°C (69.8°F).

Temperature

As Pajonal transitions into October, the average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 32.7°C (90.9°F), offering little variation from the preceding month. During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 21°C (69.8°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is appraised at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. 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 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. 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.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Pajonal, in October, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Pajonal, there are 234.6 rainfall days, and 1394mm (54.88") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Pajonal is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:07 -05.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Pajonal is 9.6h.

UV index

September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Pajonal. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.