October weather forecastAmpanefena, Madagascar

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Ampanefena, Madagascar, is another warm spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.8°C (69.4°F) and 27.1°C (80.8°F).

Temperature

As Ampanefena steps into October, the average high-temperature is measured at a still moderately hot 27.1°C (80.8°F), displaying minor differences from September's 25.3°C (77.5°F). An average low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F) marks the nights throughout October.

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 30°C (86°F). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.

Humidity

In Ampanefena, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of October, in Ampanefena, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 17:41 EAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in October interprets into the following advice:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in October, in Ampanefena, is 27.1°C (80.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

In October, the average relative humidity in Ampanefena, Madagascar, is 79%.

October is the month with the least rainfall in Ampanefena. Rain falls for 17.9 days and accumulates 29mm (1.14") of precipitation.

In October, in Ampanefena, Madagascar, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout October, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Ampanefena, the average day length in October is 12h and 25min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:22 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, in Ampanefena, Madagascar, sunrise is at 05:05 and sunset at 17:41 EAT.

In October, the average sunshine duration in Ampanefena, Madagascar, is 8.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Ampanefena are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ampanefena, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in October: 27.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and December (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (19.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Ampanefena, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in October: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Ampanefena, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in October: 13.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Ampanefena, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in October: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (78%).

Average rainfall in October
Ampanefena, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in October: 29mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and March (132mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (29mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Ampanefena, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in October: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (16.7 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ampanefena, Madagascar

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ampanefena, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in October: 7.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (7.9 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and June (2.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Ampanefena, Madagascar

  • Average UV index in October: 6

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

Average cloud cover in October
Ampanefena, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in October: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in October
Ampanefena, Madagascar

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).