October weather forecast
Antisiranana, Madagascar

October in Antsiranana marks further rise in temperatures as the city moves deeper into the transition season. Rainfall is still comparatively low, contributing to the maintained dry conditions. The sea temperature continues to rise, luring back visitors to its blue expanse. The progressive incline in sunshine hours provides the city with an increasingly warming environment. The UV index pointers remain constant, maintaining a sunny climate.

Temperature

The shift from September to October in Antisiranana is characterized by an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), not significantly different from the 29.5°C (85.1°F) of September. In October, Antisiranana records an average nighttime temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Rainfall

In Antisiranana, in October, during 3 rainfall days, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Antisiranana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84 days and collects up to 1197mm (47.13") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature is 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is perceived as agreeably warm, making all water activities enjoyable without the risk of discomfort over lengthy durations.

Daylight

In Antisiranana, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of October, in Antisiranana, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 17:42 EAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Antisiranana. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 12 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Practice every essential safety step. People with fair skin could receive burns in fewer than 5 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. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Even on cloudy days, a sunscreen with a minimum 30 sun protection factor should be generously applied and frequently re-applied, including after every swim or outdoor exercise. Warning! The reflection of sand and water increases the UV dose.