October weather forecastCarrefour, Haiti

Weather in October

A slight decrease in rainfall is observed in October while the temperature marginally cools down from the September heat. The combination of receding temperatures and sustained humidity gives Carrefour a damp feel. As daylight hours shorten, the UV index maintains a steady rating, ensuring a consistent sun protection policy must remain throughout the year.

Temperature

Carrefour, Haiti, notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F) in October, hardly diverging from September. Throughout October, Carrefour witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is estimated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. 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. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In Carrefour, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 24.4 days. Throughout October, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carrefour, there are 227.4 rainfall days, and 904mm (35.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Carrefour, in October, the average water temperature is 29.5°C (85.1°F).
Note: For swimming, diving, and enjoying other water activities, the range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) in water temperature is considered ideal, offering pleasure for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of October, in Carrefour, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:17 EDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Carrefour. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Attention! The combination of sand and water reflections enhances UV ray intensity.