October weather forecast
Paôy Pêt, Cambodia

In October weather at Paôy Pêt begins its retreat from the wet spell. This sees a significant drop in rainfall to 135mm (5.31") compared to September. The climate registers a decline in humidity, and longer stretches of sunlight start peeping through the cloud cover. An expected decrease in precipitation points towards more stable weather. This change heralds the arrival of the dry season.

Temperature

Paôy Pêt greets October with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), identical in measure to the preceding month. October nights are marked by an average temperature drop to an agreeable 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is calculated to be a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In October, in Paôy Pêt, the rain falls for 24.6 days. Throughout October, 135mm (5.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Paôy Pêt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 217.4 days and collects up to 949mm (37.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Paôy Pêt, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of October, in Paôy Pêt, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:42 +07.

Sunshine

October has the least sunshine of the year in Paôy Pêt, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through June, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Paôy Pêt. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.