October weather forecastLamas, Peru

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Lamas, Peru, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.4°C (88.5°F) and min 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Temperature

As Lamas steps into October, the average high-temperature holds at a still hot 31.4°C (88.5°F), hinting at a minor fluctuation from the prior month. Lamas, during October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Heat index

October's mean heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Lamas, in October, during 21.1 rainfall days, 112mm (4.41") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lamas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 246.6 days and collects up to 1162mm (45.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of October, in Lamas, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:59 -05.

Sunshine

In Lamas, the average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during October morphs into the following directions:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Frequently asked questions

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 31.4°C (88.5°F) and a low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 41°C (105.8°F).

In Lamas, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

In Lamas, in October, during 21.1 rainfall days, 112mm (4.41") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In October, the average day length is 12h and 15min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:59 -05.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 8.1h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In Lamas, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lamas, Peru

  • Average high temperature in October: 31.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (31.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (28.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18°C).

Average pressure in October
Lamas, Peru

  • Average pressure in October: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Lamas, Peru

  • Average wind speed in October: 4.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (4.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (3.7km/h).

Average humidity in October
Lamas, Peru

  • Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Lamas, Peru

  • Average rainfall in October: 112mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (136mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (62mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Lamas, Peru

  • Average rainfall days in October: 21.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (25.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (15.1 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lamas, Peru

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lamas, Peru

  • Average sunshine days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Lamas, Peru

  • Average UV index in October: 6

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

Average cloud cover in October
Lamas, Peru

  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Lamas, Peru

  • Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and June (7km).