October weather forecast
Placetas, Cuba

October in Placetas offers a balanced blend of sunny and rainy days, fortifying its tropical status. Though the temperature begins to drop, October retains an overall warm climate, making it an attractive time for locals and tourists alike. With increasing gusts of wind and shortening daylight hours, October brings forth the advent of the winter season. The downward trend in temperature drops to about 29°C (84.2°F), aligning with the arrival of the cooler months.

Temperature

The advent of October brings an average high-temperature of a warm 29°C (84.2°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. In Placetas, October's nights observe an average temperature dip to a pleasant 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during October is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. 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. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Placetas.

Rainfall

In Placetas, Cuba, during October, the rain falls for 24.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 108mm (4.25") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 226.2 rainfall days, and 918mm (36.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Placetas, Cuba, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of October in Placetas, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 19:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 18:41 CDT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Placetas is 6.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During October, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.