October weather forecastDe Kinderen, Guyana

Weather in October

October, like September, is another hot autumn month in De Kinderen, Guyana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.5°C (74.3°F) and 32.9°C (91.2°F).

Temperature

The unfolding of October shows an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.9°C (91.2°F), indicating a slight variance from September's 33.1°C (91.6°F). Throughout October, De Kinderen anticipates an average low-temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in October is computed to be a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In De Kinderen, in October, during 23.2 rainfall days, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in De Kinderen, there are 312.9 rainfall days, and 1254mm (49.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of October, in De Kinderen, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 17:31 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in De Kinderen is 8.1h.

UV index

March, April, July through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.