October weather forecast
Santiago, Honduras

October, like September, in Santiago, Honduras, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 28.5°C (83.3°F) and min 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Temperature

Santiago records a slight change with October's average high-temperatures adjusting to a moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F) from September's 30.5°C (86.9°F). Santiago observes an average nighttime temperature of 19.8°C (67.6°F) during October.

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 86%.

Rainfall

In Santiago, in October, during 24.5 rainfall days, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Santiago, during the entire year, the rain falls for 253 days and collects up to 1058mm (41.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Santiago, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:21 CST.

Sunshine

In Santiago, the average sunshine in October is 6.8h.

UV index

In Santiago, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.