October in
Yangon welcomes the autumn season as the monsoon retreats. A marked decrease in rainfall is evident and the city's weather begins to dry up, offering a respite from the prolonged monsoon season. Although humidity remains relatively high, a significant drop compared to the earlier months makes weather more comfortable. With the return of the sun, the city brightens up, maximizing the potential for outdoor activities and travel. October's weather paves the way for the city's most pleasant and tourist-friendly months that follow.
Temperature
The advent of October in Yangon brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. Yangon experiences a consistent average temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F) throughout the nights in October.
Heat index
For most parts of October, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for 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.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.
Humidity
In Yangon, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.
Rainfall
In Yangon, in October, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 206mm (8.11") of accumulated precipitation. In Yangon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.3 days and collects up to 2681mm (105.55") of precipitation.
Daylight
In Yangon, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 17:34 +0630.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.
UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 11. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 11 transforms into these recommendations:
Adopt every vital precaution, unprotected skin and eyes may burn rapidly. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. After a swim or outdoor exercise, one should liberally reapply broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 30 or higher.