October weather forecastChontla, Mexico

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Chontla, Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 19.5°C (67.1°F) and max 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

October's commencement is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), diverging marginally from September's 31.1°C (88°F). In Chontla, the expected average low-temperature for October is a comfortable 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and 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 hold great significance to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Chontla is 81%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.2 days and accumulates 166mm (6.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Chontla, Mexico, is 11h and 39min.
On the first day of October in Chontla, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Chontla is 7.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Chontla is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in October leads to these recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.