October continues the rainy season at Playa Virador, with fewer sunny days for beach activities. Swimming and sunbathing can still be enjoyed on sunny days, but snorkeling may be less ideal due to reduced water clarity. Surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing can be more challenging due to the changing weather conditions, but are still possible on some days. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.
October is another quiet month at Playa Virador, with the rainy season still in full swing. The weather can be quite wet, and rainstorms are common. There are no major public holidays or events during this month, so the beach is generally not crowded.
The average maximum temperature in Playa Virador in October is 30°. The average maximum temperature is 31° in the previous month and 31° in the next month.
The average temperature in Playa Virador in October is 26°. The average temperature ranges is 27° in the previous month and 26° in the next month.
The average minimum temperature in Playa Virador in October is 23°. The minimum temperature is 23° in the previous month and 22° in the next month.
The average day light hours per day in Playa Virador in October are 11.9 and there are 5.2 hours of sunshine per day on average during October making it a sunny month that is overcast at times.
The ultraviolet index in Playa Virador in October is typically 12.6 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 Playa Virador in October is 21.9° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.
The average total rainfall in Playa Virador in October is 24.9cm and on average there are 20.1 rainy days in October making it a very wet time to visit the beach.
The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Playa Virador in October is 24° 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 25° in the previous month and 23° in the next month.
The average maximum relative humidity in Playa Virador in October is typically 96.2%. The maximum relative humidity is 95.8% in the previous month and 92.2% in the next month.
The average relative humidity in Playa Virador in October is typically 81.3%. The average relative humidity is 79.7% in the previous month and 70.9% in the next month.
The average maximum wind speed in Playa Virador in October is typically 17kmh. The average maximum wind speed is 19kmh in the previous month and 22kmh in the next month.
The average wind speed in Playa Virador in October is typically 7kmh. The average wind speed is 7kmh in the previous month and 9kmh in the next month.
The average wind direction in Playa Virador in October is from the South-Southwest.
