October weather forecastBatu Rakit, Malaysia

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is another hot autumn month in Batu Rakit, Malaysia, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°C (78.3°F) and 30.2°C (86.4°F).

Temperature

October ushers in an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. Batu Rakit notes a steady average temperature of 25.7°C (78.3°F) during the nights of October.

Heat index

The heat index for October is evaluated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. 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.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are May, June, August through October, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Batu Rakit, Malaysia, in October, during 28.6 rainfall days, 168mm (6.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 301.7 rainfall days, and 2035mm (80.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:49 pm +08.

Sunshine

In Batu Rakit, the average sunshine in October is 8.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in October, in Batu Rakit, is 30.2°C (86.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 25.7°C (78.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is evaluated at 37°C (98.6°F).

May, June, August through October, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months.

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

In Batu Rakit, Malaysia, in October, during 28.6 rainfall days, 168mm (6.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In October, the average day length is 12h and 0min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 6:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:49 pm +08.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 8.4h.

February through October, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Batu Rakit, Malaysia

  • Average high temperature in October: 30.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and June (31.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 25.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (23.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Batu Rakit, Malaysia

  • Average pressure in October: 1009.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1011.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Batu Rakit, Malaysia

  • Average wind speed in October: 7.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
Batu Rakit, Malaysia

  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June, August, September and October (77%).

Average rainfall in October
Batu Rakit, Malaysia

  • Average rainfall in October: 168mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (371mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (89mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Batu Rakit, Malaysia

  • Average rainfall days in October: 28.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (28.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Batu Rakit, Malaysia

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Batu Rakit, Malaysia

  • Average sunshine days in October: 1.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (10.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Batu Rakit, Malaysia

  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Batu Rakit, Malaysia

  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in October
Batu Rakit, Malaysia

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, November and December (9km).