October weather forecastUxmal, Mexico

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is another hot autumn month in Uxmal, Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

The beginning of October reveals an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. October witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is evaluated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Uxmal, in October, during 19.6 rainfall days, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Uxmal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.9 days and collects up to 543mm (21.38") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 5:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. 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. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

During October, Uxmal experiences an average high-temperature of 31.5°C (88.7°F) and a low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 42°C (107.6°F).

The months with the highest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

The average relative humidity in October is 78%.

In Uxmal, in October, it is raining for 19.6 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in October is 11h and 40min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 5:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 5:24 pm CST.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In Uxmal, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

33.8°C

31.5°C

29.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.5km/h

12.4km/h

13.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

8.2

8.5

12.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Uxmal, Mexico

Average high temperature in October: 31.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (35.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.1°C).

Average low temperature in October: 22.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.6°C).

Average pressure in October
Uxmal, Mexico

Average pressure in October: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1011.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Uxmal, Mexico

Average wind speed in October: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (16.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (10.4km/h).

Average humidity in October
Uxmal, Mexico

Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are September and October (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (63%).

Average rainfall in October
Uxmal, Mexico

Average rainfall in October: 65mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (99mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (12mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Uxmal, Mexico

Average rainfall days in October: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and March (7.2 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Uxmal, Mexico

Average daylight in October: 11h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

Average sunshine in October: 7h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in October
Uxmal, Mexico

Average sunshine days in October: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Uxmal, Mexico

Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Uxmal, Mexico

Average cloud cover in October: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are January and September (Cloud cover 36).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 25).