October weather forecast
San Pedro Masahuat, El Salvador

October in San Pedro Masahuat brings along with it a slight retreat from the heavy precipitation of September. Monsoon still lounges around, but the shorter days maintain a pleasant feeling. The heat climbs up a bit with relative humidity reducing slightly. Even though the heavy rains have subsided, it still remains one of the rainiest months with rainfall totaling 185mm (7.28"). The weather is characterized by mild winds and reduced visibility, due to foggy conditions.

Temperature

Upon the beginning of October, San Pedro Masahuat's high-temperatures register at a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. San Pedro Masahuat reports a consistent average low-temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F) throughout October nights.

Heat index

October's heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in San Pedro Masahuat is October, when the rain falls for 24.3 days and typically aggregates up to 185mm (7.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of October in San Pedro Masahuat, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:29 CST.

Sunshine

In San Pedro Masahuat, the average sunshine in October is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in San Pedro Masahuat, El Salvador, are January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.