October weather forecast
Balanataman, Papua New Guinea

October, like September, in Balanataman, Papua New Guinea, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.2°C (84.6°F) and 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

The commencement of October notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.2°C (84.6°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. Night temperatures in October exhibit a subtle decrease, settling at an average of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

During October, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Balanataman, Papua New Guinea, are October and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

Rainfall

In Balanataman, Papua New Guinea, during October, the rain falls for 24.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 131mm (5.16") of precipitation. In Balanataman, during the entire year, the rain falls for 314.3 days and collects up to 2023mm (79.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Balanataman, Papua New Guinea, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of October in Balanataman, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:42 +10.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.6h.

UV index

January through March, May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Balanataman, Papua New Guinea. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in October leads to these guidelines:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.