October weather forecast
Tulcan, Ecuador

October

Weather in October

October brings a sudden shift in Tulcan's weather with a clear transition to the wet season. With the rising rainfall, Tulcan experiences an increase in humidity and cloud cover. This month witnesses almost a three-fold rise in rainfall, peaking at 214mm (8.43") from a minimum of 84mm (3.31") in September. The onset of a typically wet period can be felt in this month with the increasing rainfall. The characteristic October weather differs starkly from the preceding dry months.

Temperature

In Tulcan, October's average high-temperature stands at a still enjoyable 16.5°C (61.7°F), closely related to the preceding month. During the month of October, an average low-temperature of 9.6°C (49.3°F) is recorded.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Tulcan, Ecuador, is 85%.

Rainfall

In Tulcan, in October, it is raining for 29.5 days, with typically 214mm (8.43") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 308.6 rainfall days, and 2122mm (83.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 6min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:57 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Tulcan are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 in October translates into these instructions:
Act with care - Obligation to protect against skin and eye damage is highlighted. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Tulcan in October?
In Tulcan, 16.5°C (61.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 9.6°C (49.3°F) is the average low-temperature during October.
What is the average humidity in October in Tulcan?
The average relative humidity in October is 85%.
How many days does it rain in October in Tulcan?
In Tulcan, Ecuador, in October, during 29.5 rainfall days, 214mm (8.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in October in Tulcan?
In October, the average day length in Tulcan is 12h and 6min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October in Tulcan?
On the first day of October in Tulcan, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:57 -05.
How many hours of sunshine does Tulcan have in October?
The average sunshine duration in October in Tulcan, Ecuador, is 7.7h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Tulcan?
The months with the highest UV index in Tulcan are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
What is the UV index intensity in October in Tulcan?
The average daily maximum UV index in October in Tulcan, Ecuador, is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October - Tulcan, Ecuador
Average temperature in October
Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in October: 16.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (17.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (16°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 9.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (10°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (8.3°C).

Average pressure in October - Tulcan, Ecuador
Average pressure in October
Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in October: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.4mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Tulcan, Ecuador
Average wind speed in October
Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.2km/h).

Average humidity in October - Tulcan, Ecuador
Average humidity in October
Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in October: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (77%).

Average rainfall in October - Tulcan, Ecuador
Average rainfall in October
Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in October: 214mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (312mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (51mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Tulcan, Ecuador
Average rainfall days in October
Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in October: 29.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (17.8 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Tulcan, Ecuador
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October - Tulcan, Ecuador
Average sunshine days in October
Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in October: 0.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (8.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.1 days).

Average UV index in October - Tulcan, Ecuador
Average UV index in October
Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in October: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in October - Tulcan, Ecuador
Average cloud cover in October
Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in October: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October - Tulcan, Ecuador
Average visibility in October
Tulcan, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (7km).

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