October weather forecast
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka

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Weather in October

October, like September, in Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 25.9°C (78.6°F) and 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Temperature

The beginning of October reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. Yakkalamulla's average temperature during the nights of October is recorded at a still warm 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is calculated to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Yakkalamulla is 80%.

Rainfall

In Yakkalamulla, in October, it is raining for 26.3 days, with typically 194mm (7.64") of accumulated precipitation. In Yakkalamulla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 286.9 days and collects up to 1974mm (77.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Yakkalamulla, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of October, in Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:49 +0530.

Sunshine

In Yakkalamulla, the average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Yakkalamulla are January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Yakkalamulla during October?

In Yakkalamulla, in October, the average high-temperature is 28.8°C (83.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.9°C (78.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Yakkalamulla?

The average relative humidity in October in Yakkalamulla is 80%.

How much does it rain in Yakkalamulla in October?

In Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka, during October, the rain falls for 26.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 194mm (7.64") of precipitation.

How many hours of daylight does Yakkalamulla have in October?

The average day length in October in Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka, is 11h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Yakkalamulla?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, in Yakkalamulla, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:49 +0530.

How long on average sun shines in October in Yakkalamulla?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka, is 8.1h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Yakkalamulla?

January through April, June through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Yakkalamulla?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in October
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka

Average temperature in October - Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in October: 28.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (30.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are August and September (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 25.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24°C).

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Average pressure in October
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in October - Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in October: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in October - Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in October: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (20.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.8km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in October - Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and September (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (77%).

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Average rainfall in October
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in October - Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in October: 194mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (302mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in October - Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in October: 26.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.8 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in October - Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in October: 1.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (1 days).

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Average UV index in October
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in October - Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and September (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in October
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in October - Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in October: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in October
Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in October - Yakkalamulla, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August, September, October and November (9km).

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