Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
Entering October, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still moderately hot 28.6°C (83.5°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from September's 28.5°C (83.3°F). October generally records an average low-temperature of 19.2°C (66.6°F).Heat index
During October, the heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In October, in Santa Bárbara, Guatemala, the rain falls for 25.9 days. Throughout October, 205mm (8.07") of precipitation is accumulated. In Santa Bárbara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 222.8 days and collects up to 1491mm (58.7") of precipitation.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Santa Bárbara is 11h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of October, in Santa Bárbara, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:36 CST.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Santa Bárbara is 8.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Santa Bárbara are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. The months with the lowest UV index in Santa Bárbara are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 6 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
- Average high temperature in October: 28.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (28.5°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 19.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (17.6°C).
Average pressure in October
Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
- Average pressure in October: 1012.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.2mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
- Average wind speed in October: 5.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (5.1km/h).
Average humidity in October
Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and March (59%).
Average rainfall in October
Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
- Average rainfall in October: 205mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (274mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (7mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
- Average rainfall days in October: 25.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (27.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 8h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are April and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
- Average sunshine days in October: 3.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
- Average UV index in October: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
- Average cloud cover in October: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in October
Santa Bárbara, Guatemala
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
