October weather forecastAntsakabary, Madagascar
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Antsakabary, Madagascar, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.5°C (74.3°F) and 31.5°C (88.7°F).Temperature
In Antsakabary, October and November are characterised by the peak of temperatures, recording an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F).Heat index
The average heat index in October is appraised at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.
Humidity
In Antsakabary, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.Rainfall
In Antsakabary, in October, during 15.5 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Antsakabary, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.2 days and collects up to 1328mm (52.28") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 12h and 26min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:08 and sunset at 17:47 EAT.
Sunshine
In Antsakabary, the average sunshine in October is 9.6h.UV index
January through April, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Antsakabary, Madagascar
- Average high temperature in October: 31.5°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are October and November (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.3°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 23.5°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are November and December (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.3°C).
Average pressure in October
Antsakabary, Madagascar
- Average pressure in October: 1014.4mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.8mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Antsakabary, Madagascar
- Average wind speed in October: 10.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).
Average humidity in October
Antsakabary, Madagascar
- Average humidity in October: 68%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (63%).
Average rainfall in October
Antsakabary, Madagascar
- Average rainfall in October: 34mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (399mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (3mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Antsakabary, Madagascar
- Average rainfall days in October: 15.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.8 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Antsakabary, Madagascar
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 24min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Antsakabary, Madagascar
- Average sunshine days in October: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.8 days).
Average UV index in October
Antsakabary, Madagascar
- Average UV index in October: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Antsakabary, Madagascar
- Average cloud cover in October: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in October
Antsakabary, 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).
