October weather forecastWatampone, Indonesia

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Watampone, Indonesia, is another hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 22.9°C (73.2°F) and 34°C (93.2°F).

Temperature

October's onset records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34°C (93.2°F), a near match to September's 32.3°C (90.1°F). Throughout the month of October, Watampone witnesses an average low-temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

October's heat index is estimated at a burning hot 46°C (114.8°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Watampone, during October, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. In Watampone, during the entire year, the rain falls for 240.8 days and collects up to 972mm (38.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:50 WITA.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in October, in Watampone, is 34°C (93.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 22.9°C (73.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is estimated at 46°C (114.8°F).

The least humid month in Watampone is October, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

The average relative humidity in October is 69%.

In Watampone, in October, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 35mm (1.38") of accumulated precipitation.

In October, the average day length is 12h and 13min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:50 WITA.

In Watampone, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.3h.

January through April, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

32.3°C

34°C

34.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

9.2km/h

8.5km/h

6.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.4

14.1

5.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Watampone, Indonesia

Average high temperature in October: 34°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (34.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.5°C).

Average low temperature in October: 22.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (24.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are August and September (21.6°C).

Average pressure in October
Watampone, Indonesia

Average pressure in October: 1010.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1011.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Watampone, Indonesia

Average wind speed in October: 7.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (9.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (5km/h).

Average humidity in October
Watampone, Indonesia

Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in October
Watampone, Indonesia

Average rainfall in October: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (17mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Watampone, Indonesia

Average rainfall days in October: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Watampone, Indonesia

Average daylight in October: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in October: 9h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Watampone, Indonesia

Average sunshine days in October: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (1.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Watampone, Indonesia

Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and June (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Watampone, Indonesia

Average cloud cover in October: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in October
Watampone, Indonesia

Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, June and July (8km).