October weather forecastAntsamaka, Madagascar

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Antsamaka, Madagascar, is another tropical spring month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.5°C (74.3°F) and max 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

During October and November, Antsamaka experiences its peak temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Heat index

During October, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.

Rainfall

In Antsamaka, in October, during 15.5 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 207.2 rainfall days, and 1328mm (52.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Antsamaka is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of October, in Antsamaka, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 17:47 EAT.

Sunshine

In Antsamaka, Madagascar, 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 in Antsamaka. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

October and November bring Antsamaka's average highest temperatures, reaching a high of 31.5°C (88.7°F).

The average high-temperature, in October, in Antsamaka, is 31.5°C (88.7°F), while the average low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 38°C (100.4°F).

The average relative humidity in October in Antsamaka, Madagascar, is 68%.

In October, in Antsamaka, Madagascar, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout October, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

In October, the average day length in Antsamaka, Madagascar, is 12h and 26min.

On the first day of October in Antsamaka, sunrise is at 05:27 and sunset at 17:42. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 17:47 EAT.

In Antsamaka, Madagascar, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.6h.

January through April, 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 in Antsamaka is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Antsamaka, 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
Antsamaka, 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
Antsamaka, 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
Antsamaka, 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
Antsamaka, 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
Antsamaka, 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
Antsamaka, 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
Antsamaka, 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
Antsamaka, 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
Antsamaka, 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
Antsamaka, 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).