October weather forecastLa Penitence, Guyana

October

Weather in October

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

Temperature

The commencement of October notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.9°C (91.2°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. In La Penitence, the expected average low-temperature for October is a warm 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Warning: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke is a risk with ongoing activity.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months in La Penitence.

Rainfall

In La Penitence, in October, during 23.2 rainfall days, 85mm (3.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In La Penitence, during the entire year, the rain falls for 312.9 days and collects up to 1254mm (49.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in La Penitence is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of October in La Penitence, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:32 -04.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in La Penitence 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Feb 19, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In La Penitence, 32.9°C (91.2°F) is the average high-temperature and 23.5°C (74.3°F) is the average low-temperature during October. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is evaluated at 47°C (116.6°F).

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

In La Penitence, Guyana, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

In La Penitence, in October, it is raining for 23.2 days, with typically 85mm (3.35") of accumulated precipitation.

In October, the average day length is 11h and 58min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:32 -04.

In La Penitence, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

March, April, July through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in La Penitence, Guyana, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

33.1°C

32.9°C

31.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.2km/h

6.7km/h

6.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

6.2

5.2

1.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
La Penitence, Guyana

Average high temperature in October: 32.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (33.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°C).

Average low temperature in October: 23.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (23.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.8°C).

Average pressure in October
La Penitence, Guyana

Average pressure in October: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October
La Penitence, Guyana

Average wind speed in October: 6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
La Penitence, Guyana

Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (78%).

Average rainfall in October
La Penitence, Guyana

Average rainfall in October: 85mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (167mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (55mm).

Average rainfall days in October
La Penitence, Guyana

Average rainfall days in October: 23.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (29.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (20.8 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
La Penitence, Guyana

Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

Average sunshine in October: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
La Penitence, Guyana

Average sunshine days in October: 5.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (8.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.3 days).

Average UV index in October
La Penitence, Guyana

Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, May, June and December (UV index 6).