Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
With the onset of October, the average high-temperature registers at a still warm 28.2°C (82.8°F), subtly different from September's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Southfield experiences a mean temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) during October nights.Heat index
October's average heat index is estimated at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. 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 highly important for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Humidity
The most humid month in Southfield is October, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 28.7 days and accumulates 228mm (8.98") of precipitation.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Southfield, Jamaica, is 11h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of October, in Southfield, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 17:38 EST.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.3h.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 5, October is the month with the lowest UV index in Southfield. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
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How high is the UV index in October in Southfield?
Average temperature in October
Southfield, Jamaica
- Average high temperature in October: 28.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 21.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.6°C).
Average pressure in October
Southfield, Jamaica
- Average pressure in October: 1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1011.5mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Southfield, Jamaica
- Average wind speed in October: 6.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.2km/h).
Average humidity in October
Southfield, Jamaica
- Average humidity in October: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and July (81%).
Average rainfall in October
Southfield, Jamaica
- Average rainfall in October: 228mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (228mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (56mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Southfield, Jamaica
- Average rainfall days in October: 28.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (21.1 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Southfield, Jamaica
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Southfield, Jamaica
- Average sunshine days in October: 2.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (7.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and November (1.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Southfield, Jamaica
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in October
Southfield, Jamaica
- Average cloud cover in October: 45
The months with the most cloud cover are May and November (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in October
Southfield, Jamaica
- Average visibility in October: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are March, June, July and August (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (6km).
Southfield, Jamaica
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