October weather forecast
Bexon, Saint Lucia

October carries forward the transitional weather from September in Bexon. The drop in both temperature and rainfall introduces the onset of the cooler season. The air starts getting crisp, indicating the freshness of autumn. A decrease in daylight length and a reduction in sunshine hours hints at the approaching winter season. Overall, October in Bexon sees the changing hues of nature as autumn takes over full swing.

Temperature

As Bexon, Saint Lucia, welcomes October, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a warm 29.8°C (85.6°F), showing little deviation from September's 30.3°C (86.5°F). Bexon's nighttime average temperature in October subtly descends to 27.2°C (81°F) from the daily highs.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is estimated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 74%.

Rainfall

In October, in Bexon, the rain falls for 21 days. Throughout October, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 255.2 rainfall days, and 560mm (22.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Bexon 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

In Bexon, Saint Lucia, the average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.