October weather forecast
Cinco Pinos, Nicaragua

October, like September, is a hot autumn month in Cinco Pinos, Nicaragua, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.9°C (71.4°F) and an average high of 31.1°C (88°F).

Temperature

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 31.1°C (88°F) and a low of 21.9°C (71.4°F), October stands out as the coldest month.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is appraised at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Cinco Pinos, Nicaragua, in October, it is raining for 24.6 days, with typically 166mm (6.54") of accumulated precipitation. In Cinco Pinos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 890mm (35.04") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Cinco Pinos, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:37. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:20 CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8h.

UV index

In Cinco Pinos, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.