October weather forecast
Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands

Though less rain falls in October with 161mm (6.34") over 19 days, it remains one of the wettest months. November offers similar conditions with an equal measure of rainfall days but lower precipitation. During this month, Virgin Gorda's tropical ambiance continues to spellbind across the island, with rainfall gently cascading over landscapes. The daylight hours subtly diminish, hinting at shorter days in the near future. The sea temperature remains warm, further enriching the overall charm of Virgin Gorda during the later part of the year.

Temperature

The beginning of October records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30°C (86°F), almost echoing the conditions of the previous month. The low-temperature average for Virgin Gorda during October stands at a warm 24°C (75.2°F).

Rainfall

The wettest months are October and November, with an average 161mm (6.34") of rainfall.

Sea temperature

September and October, with an average sea temperature of 29°C (84.2°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Virgin Gorda.
Note: For any water activity, having surface water temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is considered outstanding and highly delightful for lengthened periods.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:45 AST.

Sunshine

In Virgin Gorda, the average sunshine in October is 8h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 10. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 10 leads to the following instructions:
Swift harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Prioritize safety. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Prompt application of a broad-spectrum sunscreen, SPF 30+, is necessary after a swim or an outdoor workout and it should be re-applied every two hours. Take caution! The UV rays from the Sun gain strength from sand and water reflections.