October in
Be'er Sheva begins the slide into the comfortable climes of the fall season. With the sun easing off, the temperatures register a significant drop. However, October does not abandon the aridity entirely, with only a slight increase in rainfall noted at 6mm. There is a decrease in daylight hours to 11.4, reminding citizens of the gradual, impending arrival of winter. The festive spirit of October is spurred by the pleasant breezes that color the daytime landscape.
Temperature
October reports an average high-temperature of a warm 28.5°C, slightly varied from
September's 31.3°C. In the month of October, Be'er Sheva's average low-temperature falls to a comfortable 16.7°C.
Heat index
In October, the heat index is computed to be 28°C. When exposure and activity are sustained, they could induce fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 42%.
Rainfall
In Be'er Sheva, in October, it is raining for 1.8 days, with typically 6mm of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 41.1 rainfall days, and 204mm of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:26 IDT. On the last day of October, in Be'er Sheva,
Israel, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 16:53 IST.
Note: On Sunday, 29. October 2023, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from IDT to IST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Friday, 29.
March 2024, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from IST to IDT.