October weather forecast
Bitung, Indonesia

October is a tropical autumn month in Bitung, Indonesia, with an average temperature ranging between max 30°C (86°F) and min 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

October stands out as Bitung's warmest month, with an average high-temperature of 30°C (86°F) and a low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

For October, the heat index is evaluated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Bitung, Indonesia, in October, during 19.6 rainfall days, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bitung, there are 263.2 rainfall days, and 1159mm (45.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Bitung, Indonesia, in October, the average water temperature is 29.3°C (84.7°F).
Note: Engaging in swimming, diving, or other water activities is highly enjoyable in temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F), without any unpleasant sensations for prolonged durations.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Bitung, Indonesia, is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:32. On the last day of October, in Bitung, Indonesia, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:25 WITA.

Sunshine

September and October, with an average of 9.2h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Bitung, Indonesia.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bitung, Indonesia, are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Bitung. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Heads up! Sand and water reflection magnifies the UV exposure from the Sun.