October weather forecastAmparihimahitsy, Madagascar

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is another hot spring month in Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°C (75°F) and 31.6°C (88.9°F).

Temperature

As October unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still hot 31.6°C (88.9°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. In October, Amparihimahitsy's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 23.9°C (75°F) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index value during October is computed to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar, is 64%.

Rainfall

In Amparihimahitsy, in October, during 10.7 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Amparihimahitsy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 817mm (32.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar, is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 17:58 EAT.

Sunshine

In Amparihimahitsy, the average sunshine in October is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in October translates into the following instructions:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in October, in Amparihimahitsy, is 31.6°C (88.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 23.9°C (75°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is computed to be 37°C (98.6°F).

In Amparihimahitsy, the average relative humidity in October is 64%.

In Amparihimahitsy, in October, during 10.7 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In October, the average day length is 12h and 28min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:17 and sunset at 17:58 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in October is 9.8h.

January through May, August 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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in October: 31.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is November (31.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 23.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in October: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in October: 13.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.2km/h).

Average humidity in October
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (58%).

Average rainfall in October
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in October: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (254mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (27.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1.8 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are April and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in October: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (28.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (3.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

  • Average UV index in October: 7

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

Average cloud cover in October
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in October: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in October
Amparihimahitsy, Madagascar

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).