October weather forecastAnkondromena, Madagascar

October

Weather in October

October in Ankondromena, Madagascar, is a tropical spring month, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°C (87.1°F) and 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Temperature

The onset of October brings with it an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. The month of October records an average low-temperature of 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In Ankondromena, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

Rainfall

In Ankondromena, Madagascar, in October, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 952mm (37.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:06 EAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.9h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year.

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in October, in Ankondromena, is 30.6°C (87.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 24.7°C (76.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is appraised at 36°C (96.8°F).

In Ankondromena, the average relative humidity in October is 69%.

In Ankondromena, during October, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

The average day length in October is 12h and 31min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:20 and sunset at 18:06 EAT.

The month with the most sunshine is October, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in October is 11.9h.

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Ankondromena, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in October: 30.6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are November and December (31.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 24.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is December (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (21.5°C).

Average pressure in October
Ankondromena, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in October: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Ankondromena, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in October: 14.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Ankondromena, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in October: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (64%).

Average rainfall in October
Ankondromena, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in October: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (315mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (4mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Ankondromena, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in October: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.7 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 30min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 11h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ankondromena, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (1.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Ankondromena, 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
Ankondromena, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in October: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Ankondromena, 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).