October weather forecastPapallacta, Ecuador

October

Weather in October

As October arrives in Papallacta, a significant surge in rainfall comes along, shooting up from 93mm (3.66") in September to 203mm (7.99"). This rebound in wetness is accompanied by a rise in temperature, breaking away from the cooler spells of September. However, the extension in sunlight hours from September remains undeterred, providing ample warmth during the daytime. Consequently, October can be defined by a unique blend of moderate warmth and increased rainfall.

Temperature

October in Papallacta notes an average high-temperature of a still fresh 12.7°C (54.9°F), subtly differing from September's 12.9°C (55.2°F). During the month of October, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 5.7°C (42.3°F).

Humidity

In Papallacta, the average relative humidity in October is 89%.

Rainfall

In October, in Papallacta, the rain falls for 29.8 days. Throughout October, 203mm (7.99") of precipitation is accumulated. In Papallacta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 340.3 days and collects up to 2146mm (84.49") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through October and December are months with snowfall. October is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in October, Papallacta aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.6 snowfall days, and 41mm (1.61") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:00 -05.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in October translates into these instructions:
Prioritize safety - The need to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is emphasized. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

During October, Papallacta experiences an average high-temperature of 12.7°C (54.9°F) and a low-temperature of 5.7°C (42.3°F).

The average relative humidity in October is 89%.

In October, in Papallacta, the rain falls for 29.8 days. Throughout October, 203mm (7.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

October is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in October, Papallacta aggregates 1mm (0.04") of snow.

In Papallacta, the average day length in October is 12h and 7min.

On the first day of October in Papallacta, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:00 -05.

The average sunshine duration in October is 7h.

January through April, June through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Papallacta, Ecuador

  • Average high temperature in October: 12.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (13.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 5.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (6.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (4.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Papallacta, Ecuador

  • Average pressure in October: 1013.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Papallacta, Ecuador

  • Average wind speed in October: 4.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, March and November (4.3km/h).

Average humidity in October
Papallacta, Ecuador

  • Average humidity in October: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (84%).

Average rainfall in October
Papallacta, Ecuador

  • Average rainfall in October: 203mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (279mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (76mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Papallacta, Ecuador

  • Average rainfall days in October: 29.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (24.2 days).

Average snowfall in October
Papallacta, Ecuador

  • Average snowfall in October: 1mm

The months with the highest snowfall are May, June and July (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in October
Papallacta, Ecuador

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is June (2.2 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is February (0.1 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Papallacta, Ecuador

  • Average sunshine days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (3.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are January, February and March (0.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Papallacta, Ecuador

  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and November (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in October
Papallacta, Ecuador

  • Average cloud cover in October: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in October
Papallacta, Ecuador

  • Average visibility in October: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is September (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (6km).