October weather forecast
Petacalco, Mexico

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is a hot autumn month in Petacalco, Mexico, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.4°C (75.9°F) and max 30.7°C (87.3°F).

Temperature

The commencement of October notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. During the month of October, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index in October is estimated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. 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.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

The most humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Petacalco, during October, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation. In Petacalco, during the entire year, the rain falls for 78.8 days and collects up to 363mm (14.29") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 44min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Petacalco, the average sunshine in October is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in October translates into these instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in October?
Petacalco in October has an average high-temperature of 30.7°C (87.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is estimated at 39°C (102.2°F).
What is the most humid month?
October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
What is the average humidity in October?
In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.
How many days does it rain in October?
In Petacalco, in October, during 11.4 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Petacalco have in October?
In Petacalco, the average day length in October is 11h and 44min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 6:16 pm CST.
How many hours of sunshine does Petacalco have in October?
In Petacalco, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.4h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.
What is the UV index reading in October?
In Petacalco, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Petacalco, Mexico
  • Average high temperature in October: 30.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (29.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 24.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (24.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (21.6°C).

Average pressure in October
Petacalco, Mexico
  • Average pressure in October: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Petacalco, Mexico
  • Average wind speed in October: 7.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.4km/h).

Average humidity in October
Petacalco, Mexico
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and March (64%).

Average rainfall in October
Petacalco, Mexico
  • Average rainfall in October: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Petacalco, Mexico
  • Average rainfall days in October: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (1.2 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Petacalco, Mexico
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 4min

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: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Petacalco, Mexico
  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (30.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Petacalco, Mexico
  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in October
Petacalco, Mexico
  • Average cloud cover in October: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in October
Petacalco, Mexico
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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