October weather forecast
Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

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Weather in October

With October's arrival, Cockburn Town faces a significant drop in temperature from the extremely hot preceding months, while the city dives deeper into the rainy season. The significant milestone this month is that it has the highest rainfall duration with the city experiencing rainfall for 23.4 days. Meanwhile, the daylight hours reduce further to 11.6 hours, marking a visible shift towards shorter days. As the highest rainfall month of the year, October immerses Cockburn Town under a true tropical influence.

Temperature

September's transformation into October witnesses an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.9°C (82.2°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. Cockburn Town sustains an average of approximately a still moderately hot 27°C (80.6°F) during October nights, with little variation from daytime highs.

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). If one endures exposure and continues to be active, it might result in tiredness and heat cramps.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Cockburn Town is October, when the rain falls for 23.4 days and typically aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 35min.
On the first day of October in Cockburn Town, The Bahamas, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:19 EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.4h.

UV index

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in October leads to these guidelines:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cockburn Town in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Cockburn Town, is 27.9°C (82.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 27°C (80.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in October is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Cockburn Town?

In Cockburn Town, The Bahamas, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

What is the wettest month in Cockburn Town?

October is the month with the most rainfall in Cockburn Town, The Bahamas. Rain falls for 23.4 days and accumulates 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Cockburn Town in October?

In Cockburn Town, in October, during 23.4 rainfall days, 129mm (5.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Cockburn Town have in October?

In Cockburn Town, The Bahamas, the average day length in October is 11h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Cockburn Town?

On the first day of October in Cockburn Town, The Bahamas, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 18:19 EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Cockburn Town have in October?

In Cockburn Town, The Bahamas, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Cockburn Town?

The months with the highest UV index in Cockburn Town, The Bahamas, are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Cockburn Town?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Cockburn Town, The Bahamas, is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in October
Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

Average temperature in October - Cockburn Town, The Bahamas
  • Average high temperature in October: 27.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (23.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 27°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are August and September (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (22.6°C).

Average pressure in October
Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

Average pressure in October - Cockburn Town, The Bahamas
  • Average pressure in October: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

Average wind speed in October - Cockburn Town, The Bahamas
  • Average wind speed in October: 22.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (19.4km/h).

Average humidity in October
Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

Average humidity in October - Cockburn Town, The Bahamas
  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall in October - Cockburn Town, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall in October: 129mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (129mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (26mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

Average rainfall days in October - Cockburn Town, The Bahamas
  • Average rainfall days in October: 23.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.8 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Cockburn Town, The Bahamas
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

Average sunshine days in October - Cockburn Town, The Bahamas
  • Average sunshine days in October: 5.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

Average UV index in October - Cockburn Town, The Bahamas
  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

Average cloud cover in October - Cockburn Town, The Bahamas
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are January and October (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in October
Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

Average visibility in October - Cockburn Town, The Bahamas
  • 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).

Cockburn Town, The Bahamas

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