October weather forecast
Flora, Suriname

October experiences a moderate increase in rainfall, registering 38mm (1.5"). However, the warmth lingers with temperatures ranging between 24.8°C (76.6°F) and 31.9°C (89.4°F). As daylight hours reduce to 12, the sunshine hours undergo a negligible decline from the previous month. Regular breezes with gusts reaching 19.3km/h (12mph) continue to keep the weather comfortably warm and inviting.

Temperature

October stands out as Flora's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 31.9°C (89.4°F) and a low-temperature of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

For October, the heat index is calculated to be a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Flora.

Rainfall

In Flora, in October, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. In Flora, during the entire year, the rain falls for 268.5 days and collects up to 1061mm (41.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Flora, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:21 -03.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Flora is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, June through November, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.