October weather forecast
Port Hedland, Australia

October, like September, is another hot spring month in Port Hedland, Australia, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.3°C (77.5°F) and 34.2°C (93.6°F).
An excellent water temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F) and only 1.1 rainfall days, with 1mm (0.04") of accumulated rainfall, makes October a prime for swimming and other water activities.

Temperature

October signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from 30.9°C (87.6°F) in September to a still tropical 34.2°C (93.6°F). Port Hedland's average low-temperature during October nights is observed to be a moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

October's average heat index is estimated at a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. 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 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Port Hedland, the average relative humidity in October is 43%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are August through October Rain falls for 1.1 days and accumulates 1mm (0.04") of rain.

Sea temperature

In Port Hedland, the average seawater temperature in October is 25.4°C (77.7°F).
Note: For swimming, diving, and enjoying other water activities, the range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) in water temperature is considered ideal, offering pleasure for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Port Hedland, Australia, is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 6:03 pm. On the last day of October, in Port Hedland, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 6:14 pm AWST.

Sunshine

October and November, with an average of 12.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Port Hedland. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 8 during October translates into these guidelines:
Protection should always be a priority. Skin and eyes are vulnerable without it. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Notice! The reflection of water and sand increases the UV radiation significantly.