October weather forecast
Belvedere, Saint Lucia

In October, Belvedere, Saint Lucia starts to experience a gentle dip in temperatures, rainfall, and daylight hours compared to September. This indicates a welcome transition towards cooler months. The wind speed begins increasing again, reaching 18km/h (11.2mph) from a low of 16.7km/h (10.4mph) in the previous month. With the clouds making a modest comeback, and the pressure beginning to decrease gently, October provides diverse weather conditions ideal for outdoor activities.

Temperature

The arrival of October brings an average high-temperature of a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), nearly identical to September's 30.3°C (86.5°F). The month of October in Belvedere, Saint Lucia, is marked by an average minimum temperature of 27.2°C (81°F), slightly cooler than its daytime counterpart.

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is evaluated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Belvedere, Saint Lucia, is 74%.

Rainfall

In Belvedere, Saint Lucia, in October, it is raining for 21 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 255.2 rainfall days, and 560mm (22.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:36 AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Belvedere, Saint Lucia, is 8.1h.

UV index

January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.