October weather forecastMaevatanana, Madagascar

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is a hot spring month in Maevatanana, Madagascar, with an average temperature varying between 34.4°C (93.9°F) and 22.8°C (73°F).

Temperature

October, with its high-temperature average of 34.4°C (93.9°F) and a low-temperature average of 22.8°C (73°F), is the warmest month.

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Maevatanana, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of October, 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.

Sunshine

In Maevatanana, the average sunshine in October 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

October tends to be the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 34.4°C (93.9°F) and a low of 22.8°C (73°F).

In Maevatanana, in October, the average high-temperature is 34.4°C (93.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.8°C (73°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is calculated to be 39°C (102.2°F).

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

In October, the average relative humidity is 48%.

In October, the rain falls for 9.2 days. Throughout October, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Maevatanana, 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.

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Maevatanana, 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
Maevatanana, 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
Maevatanana, 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
Maevatanana, 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
Maevatanana, 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
Maevatanana, 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
Maevatanana, 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
Maevatanana, 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
Maevatanana, 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
Maevatanana, 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
Maevatanana, 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).