October weather forecast
Maguimbo, Haiti

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Maguimbo, Haiti, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.3°C (84.7°F) and min 22.7°C (72.9°F).

Temperature

October records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.3°C (84.7°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. Maguimbo cools down to an average low-temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F) throughout the month of October.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Maguimbo, in October, during 23.5 rainfall days, 95mm (3.74") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maguimbo, Haiti, during the entire year, the rain falls for 219.6 days and collects up to 736mm (28.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Maguimbo, Haiti, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of October, in Maguimbo, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:16 EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Maguimbo is 9.4h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.