October weather forecast
Sitiawan, Malaysia

October, the same as September, in Sitiawan, Malaysia, is another tropical autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26°C (78.8°F) and an average high of 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

The transition from September to October sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. In Sitiawan, the nocturnal temperatures throughout October show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a warm 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

During October, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In Sitiawan, the average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In Sitiawan, Malaysia, during October, the rain falls for 26.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sitiawan, Malaysia, there are 299.1 rainfall days, and 976mm (38.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sitiawan, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of October in Sitiawan, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 7:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 7:00 pm +08.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sitiawan are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Sitiawan. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in October translates into these instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.