October weather forecast
Guatemala City, Guatemala

October sees a relief in weather conditions, with a marked decrease in precipitation compared to September. However, it continues to receive significant rainfall indicative of the wet season. The daily hours of sunshine experiences a slight increment from the previous month, despite the fewer daylight hours. The declining trend in maximum temperatures signifies the gradual transition towards a cooler climate. October marks the end of the intense wet season in Guatemala City.

Temperature

The advent of October signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 24.7°C, aligning closely with September. Throughout the month of October, Guatemala City witnesses an average temperature of 16°C.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Guatemala City is 82%.

Rainfall

In Guatemala City, during October, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 132mm of precipitation. In Guatemala City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.2 days and collects up to 1275mm of precipitation.

Daylight

In Guatemala City, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of October in Guatemala City, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:34 CST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Guatemala City, Guatemala, is 5.7h.

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Guatemala City. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 during October translates into the following directions:
Enforce all necessary safety measures, unprotected skin may suffer burns swiftly. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.