October weather forecastUnión Oriental, Ecuador

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Unión Oriental, Ecuador, is another tropical autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 19.5°C (67.1°F) and 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

October brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. In Unión Oriental, the average low-temperature during the month of October is a comfortable 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in October is estimated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. 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 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In Unión Oriental, Ecuador, in October, during 27 rainfall days, 262mm (10.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 310.3 rainfall days, and 2604mm (102.52") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:54 -05.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.2h.

UV index

January, February, May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Updated: Jun 9, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature during October is 30.4°C (86.7°F) and the low-temperature is 19.5°C (67.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in October is estimated at 39°C (102.2°F).

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

In October, the rain falls for 27 days. Throughout October, 262mm (10.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:54 -05.

In Unión Oriental, Ecuador, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.2h.

January, February, May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Unión Oriental is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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30.4°C

30.5°C

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Average pressure

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4.5km/h

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Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

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4.6

2.5

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Average temperature in October
Unión Oriental, Ecuador

Average high temperature in October: 30.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is June (26.5°C).

Average low temperature in October: 19.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (20.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (18.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Unión Oriental, Ecuador

Average pressure in October: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Unión Oriental, Ecuador

Average wind speed in October: 4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (4.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (3.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Unión Oriental, Ecuador

Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Unión Oriental, Ecuador

Average rainfall in October: 262mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (289mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (144mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Unión Oriental, Ecuador

Average rainfall days in October: 27 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (23.3 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Unión Oriental, Ecuador

Average daylight in October: 12h and 6min

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

Average sunshine in October: 7h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Unión Oriental, Ecuador

Average sunshine days in October: 2.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (6.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Unión Oriental, Ecuador

Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April and June (UV index 5).