October weather forecastIhotry, Madagascar

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Ihotry, Madagascar, is another tropical spring month, with an average temperature varying between 23.2°C (73.8°F) and 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

As Ihotry, Madagascar, welcomes October, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), showing little deviation from September's 30.1°C (86.2°F). During October, the average low-temperature is a moderately hot 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

October's heat index is evaluated at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In Ihotry, the average relative humidity in October is 64%.

Rainfall

In Ihotry, in October, during 3 rainfall days, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ihotry, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.2 days and collects up to 370mm (14.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:16 EAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 12h.

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 estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During October, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

During October, Ihotry experiences an average high-temperature of 30.9°C (87.6°F) and a low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 36°C (96.8°F).

In October, the average relative humidity is 64%.

In October, the rain falls for 3 days. Throughout October, 3mm (0.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Ihotry, the average day length in October is 12h and 37min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 18:16 EAT.

In October, the average sunshine duration in Ihotry is 12h.

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 is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Ihotry, Madagascar

  • Average high temperature in October: 30.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is December (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 23.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (19.7°C).

Average pressure in October
Ihotry, Madagascar

  • Average pressure in October: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Ihotry, Madagascar

  • Average wind speed in October: 16.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (13.3km/h).

Average humidity in October
Ihotry, Madagascar

  • Average humidity in October: 64%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (58%).

Average rainfall in October
Ihotry, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall in October: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (152mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Ihotry, Madagascar

  • Average rainfall days in October: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (23.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are August and September (0.7 days).

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

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 12h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in October
Ihotry, Madagascar

  • Average sunshine days in October: 26.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (6 days).

Average UV index in October
Ihotry, 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
Ihotry, Madagascar

  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 31).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in October
Ihotry, Madagascar

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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