October brings cooler temperatures and a decrease in humidity, with a mix of sunny days and rain showers. Swimming, sunbathing, and snorkeling are still popular activities during this month. The consistent trade winds provide excellent conditions for windsurfing and kitesurfing. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.
In October, the tourist season starts to pick up again, but Bottom Bay remains relatively quiet and uncrowded. There are no major public holidays or events in October, so the beach is still a peaceful destination during this month.
The average maximum temperature in Bottom Bay in October is 31°. The average maximum temperature is 31° in the previous month and 30° in the next month.
The average temperature in Bottom Bay in October is 28°. The average temperature ranges is 28° in the previous month and 28° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Bottom Bay in October is 25°. The minimum temperature is 26° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Bottom Bay in October are 11.8 and there are 8.5 hours of sunshine per day on average during October making it a sunny month with few clouds.
The ultraviolet index in Bottom Bay in October is typically 11.7 during October. An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.
The average sea water temperature in Bottom Bay in October is 28.6° which is very warm and ideal for relaxing and swimming for the whole day.
The average total rainfall in Bottom Bay in October is 18.6cm and on average there are 17 rainy days in October making it a wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Bottom Bay in October is 26° which is very uncomfortable and fairly oppressive unless you are on a beach. At night you would most likely require airconditioning. The dew point is 26° in the previous month and 25° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Bottom Bay in October is typically 92.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 91.4% in the previous month and 92.5% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Bottom Bay in October is typically 80.2%. The average relative humidity is 79.5% in the previous month and 80.5% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Bottom Bay in October is typically 33kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 30kmh in the previous month and 34kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Bottom Bay in October is typically 20kmh. The average wind speed is 17kmh in the previous month and 21kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Bottom Bay in October is from the East-Southeast.
