October weather forecast
Bayamo, Cuba

October brings a slight drop in temperatures in Bayamo, but it experiences more rainfall than in November. Thanks to the slow-paced wind, the increased humidity doesn't lead to uncomfortable days. As the wet season persist, the cloud coverage stays high leading to fewer sunshine hours. Despite the decline in sunshine hours, daylight stretches for a substantial duration contributing to semi-warm days. Average visibility descends to a yearly low of 7km (4.3mi), primarily due to frequent showers and increased humidity.

Temperature

Bayamo marks the onset of October with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), subtly divergent from September's 32.4°C (90.3°F). Bayamo's average low-temperature is measured at an agreeable 22.2°C (72°F) during October.

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Bayamo, in October, it is raining for 26 days, with typically 103mm (4.06") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 230.7 rainfall days, and 742mm (29.21") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 40min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:08 and sunset at 18:31 CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in October translates into these instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.