October weather forecast
Groningen, Suriname

October brings a minor shift in Groningen, Suriname's weather. With wind speeds further increasing to 12.9km/h (8mph), a slight increase in humidity and rainfall from September is also observed. However, despite these changes, the sunshine duration remains high and the temperatures maintain their warmth. Cloud coverage increases marginally, but the overall visibility remains unchanged, ensuring continued clear skies for Groningen.

Temperature

October is the month when Groningen experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 31.9°C (89.4°F) and a low of 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is calculated to be a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Groningen, during October, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation. In Groningen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 268.5 days and collects up to 1061mm (41.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Groningen is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of October in Groningen, Suriname, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:23 -03.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Groningen are February, March, June through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during October translates into the following guidance:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.