October weather forecast
Homalin, Myanmar

October brings a significant change in Homalin's weather with dry days returning to the city. The temperature maintains a range from a maximum of 28.6°C (83.5°F) to a minimum of 19.4°C (66.9°F). Humidity levels start dropping significantly as the city shifts from the rainy to the dry season. With decreased rainfall and clear skies, the scenic beauty of Homalin can be fully appreciated without disruptions. October sets the stage for the nearing cool season, leading to an overall change in the cityscape.

Temperature

October's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.6°C (83.5°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Throughout the month of October, Homalin expects an average low of 19.4°C (66.9°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is estimated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Homalin is 81%.

Rainfall

In Homalin, in October, it is raining for 19.9 days, with typically 113mm (4.45") of accumulated precipitation. In Homalin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.4 days and collects up to 1316mm (51.81") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Homalin, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 35min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 17:30 +0630.

Sunshine

In Homalin, the average sunshine in October is 7.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.