Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average sea temperature in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
In Basseterre, the average high-temperature in October is almost the same as in September - a still moderately hot 28.5°C (83.3°F). In Basseterre, the average low-temperature is 27.8°C (82°F).Heat index
In October, the average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel', 'feels like', 'apparent temperature', or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. This effect is subjective, depending on the activity and individual's heat perception influenced by various reasons (metabolic differences, clothing, pregnancy). Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 18.8 days and typically aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.Sea temperature
September and October, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Basseterre.Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, is 11h and 44min.On the first day of October in Basseterre, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 17:40 AST.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Basseterre is 6.7h.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 in Basseterre 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 7 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Beware! The reflection of water and sand dramatically increases exposure to the UV rays.
FAQ
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Average temperature in October
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average high temperature in October: 28.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (25.8°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 27.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is October (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (24.9°C).
Average pressure in October
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average pressure in October: 1012.5mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and June (1016.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and November (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average wind speed in October: 19.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (26.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (19.6km/h).
Average humidity in October
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average humidity in October: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July and August (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average rainfall in October: 51mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (15mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average rainfall days in October: 18.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average sea temperature in October: 29°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are September and October (29°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (26°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 44min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 9min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 7min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average sunshine days in October: 8.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- 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
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are May, June and July (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in October
Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis
- 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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