October weather forecast
Hormigueros, PR

October, in Hormigueros, is synonymous with cooler evenings and fewer daylight hours. The departure from the summer weather pattern continues with diminishing rainfall. The winds and cloud cover hover, indicating the arrival of the cooler months. On temperature charts, October signals the beginning of a downward trend. However, October holds its unique place with steady and mild wind speeds around 7mph (11.3km/h).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Hormigueros's average high-temperature clocks in at a still warm 85.1°F (29.5°C), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. Night temperatures during October experience a slight downturn, averaging a still warm 78.6°F (25.9°C).

Heat index

For October, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 95°F (35°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Hormigueros, Puerto Rico, during October, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 235 rainfall days, and 25.55" (649mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Hormigueros is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of October, in Hormigueros, sunrise is at 6:27 am and sunset at 5:56 pm AST.

Sunshine

In Hormigueros, the average sunshine in October is 8.8h.

UV index

March through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.