October weather forecast
Iron Range, Australia

October is a tropical spring month in Iron Range, Australia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.6°C (88.9°F) and 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Temperature

The arrival of October is marked by an average high-temperature of a hot 31.6°C (88.9°F), bearing a close resemblance to September. Iron Range, during October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

October and November, with an average relative humidity of 70%, are the least humid months in Iron Range.

Rainfall

In Iron Range, Australia, in October, during 5.5 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.6 rainfall days, and 753mm (29.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Iron Range, Australia, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 6:27 pm AEST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, October and November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during October leads to these advisories:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.