October in
Foshan is characterized by a prominent drop in temperature and humidity levels. The city is now moving firmly out of the rainy season, with rainfall reducing to 87mm over only 7.1 days of the month. The fleeting sunlight of shortening days and the comfortable humidity levels make way for more outdoor activities. The harmony of pleasant warmth and light showers make it an ideal autumn month.
Temperature
Foshan sees the arrival of October with an average high-temperature of a warm 28.8°C, indicating a subtle variation from
September. Foshan experiences an average low-temperature of 20.8°C in month of October.
Heat index
The heat index value during October is appraised at a hot 33°C. More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.
Rainfall
In Foshan, in October, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 87mm of accumulated precipitation. In Foshan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.2 days and collects up to 1736mm of precipitation.
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of October, in Foshan, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 17:50 CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Foshan,
China, is 5.9h.