October weather forecast
Choloma, Honduras

October brings back the downpour in full swing to Choloma. The frequency of rainy days and the rainfall totals surge this month, reducing the sunshine duration and the visibility in turn. Post-afternoon hours carry the possibility of drizzles or thundershowers. Despite the dip in sunlight, the temperatures remain pleasantly balanced between warm and cool.

Temperature

Choloma's shift from September to October is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a warm 28.9°C (84°F), a slight deviation from 30.7°C (87.3°F). During October nights, Choloma records an average temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. 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.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Choloma, during October, the rain falls for 26.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 157mm (6.18") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Choloma, there are 270.3 rainfall days, and 1320mm (51.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Choloma is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:22 CST.

Sunshine

In Choloma, the average sunshine in October is 7.8h.

UV index

In Choloma, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in October transforms into this advice:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.