October weather forecastTroja, Jamaica
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Troja, Jamaica, is a hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.1°C (73.6°F) and 30.3°C (86.5°F).Temperature
With October's arrival, Troja's weather records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.3°C (86.5°F), marking little difference from September's 31.4°C (88.5°F). During October, the nighttime temperature in Troja, Jamaica, averages to a moderately hot 23.1°C (73.6°F).Heat index
For October, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. 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 extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
October through December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Troja.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Troja is October, when the rain falls for 26.5 days and typically aggregates up to 123mm (4.84") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Troja is 11h and 43min.On the first day of October in Troja, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 17:35 EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Troja is 7.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Troja are May through August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during October leads to these instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Troja, Jamaica
- Average high temperature in October: 30.3°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.4°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 23.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°C).
Average pressure in October
Troja, Jamaica
- Average pressure in October: 1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.5mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Troja, Jamaica
- Average wind speed in October: 6.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.6km/h).
Average humidity in October
Troja, Jamaica
- Average humidity in October: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are October, November and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, July and August (77%).
Average rainfall in October
Troja, Jamaica
- Average rainfall in October: 123mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (123mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (26mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Troja, Jamaica
- Average rainfall days in October: 26.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (19.2 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Troja, Jamaica
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in October
Troja, Jamaica
- Average sunshine days in October: 1.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (1.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Troja, Jamaica
- Average UV index in October: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Troja, Jamaica
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Troja, Jamaica
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
