October weather forecastMemot, Cambodia

Weather in October

October marks the transition from the wet season to the drier one. The rainfall recedes from September's high to 146mm (5.75") in this month. Despite reducing, the showers are enough to keep the ambiance refreshing. October is also the month when Diwali, the festival of lights, is celebrated with much fanfare. Traditional Cambodian dances and music performances are quite common during this time.

Temperature

In Memot, the months of October and December are known for the lowest temperatures, reaching an average high of 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Heat index

During October, the heat index is appraised at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Memot, the average relative humidity in October is 82%.

Rainfall

In Memot, in October, it is raining for 24 days, with typically 146mm (5.75") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 209.1 rainfall days, and 1097mm (43.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:30 +07.

Sunshine

In Memot, the average sunshine in October is 7.5h.

UV index

January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during October translates into these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. 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. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.