October weather forecastAntanimbary, Madagascar

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Antanimbary, Madagascar, is a hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.8°C (73°F) and an average high of 34.4°C (93.9°F).

Temperature

Antanimbary experiences its highest temperatures in October, with an average peak of 34.4°C (93.9°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during October is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 48%.

Rainfall

In Antanimbary, in October, during 9.2 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Antanimbary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.5 days and collects up to 1163mm (45.79") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Antanimbary, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 17:57 EAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

Antanimbary's October weather reaches an average high of 34.4°C (93.9°F) and an average low of 22.8°C (73°F), making it the warmest month.

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 34.4°C (93.9°F) and 22.8°C (73°F) respectively. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 39°C (102.2°F).

September and October, with an average relative humidity of 48%, are the least humid months.

In October, the average relative humidity is 48%.

In Antanimbary, in October, during 9.2 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in October is 12h and 29min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 17:57 EAT.

The average sunshine duration in October is 9.8h.

February, March, 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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Antanimbary, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in October: 34.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (34.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 22.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (17.7°C).

Average pressure in October
Antanimbary, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in October: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Antanimbary, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in October: 11.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are July and September (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (7.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Antanimbary, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in October: 48%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (48%).

Average rainfall in October
Antanimbary, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in October: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (373mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Antanimbary, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in October: 9.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (28.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (1.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 30min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Antanimbary, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in October: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Antanimbary, Madagascar

  • Average UV index in October: 7

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

Average cloud cover in October
Antanimbary, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in October: 19

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

Average visibility in October
Antanimbary, Madagascar

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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