October weather forecastUaxactun, Guatemala

Weather in October

October, like September, is a hot autumn month in Uaxactun, Guatemala, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.2°C (86.4°F) and 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of October is marked by an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), bearing a close resemblance to September. During October, Uaxactun experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 20.5°C (68.9°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is estimated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Uaxactun, Guatemala, are October through December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Uaxactun, in October, it is raining for 23.2 days, with typically 123mm (4.84") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Uaxactun, there are 226.5 rainfall days, and 846mm (33.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Uaxactun, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 44min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:27 CST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Uaxactun is 5.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.