October weather forecast
Lae, Papua New Guinea

October

Weather in October

October brings warmer conditions to Lae as temperatures start to climb, with a monthly average high of 25.7°C (78.3°F). Rainfall continues to lessen in comparison to September, tallying an average of 133mm (5.24"). Sunshine hours reach up to 11 hours per day on average, the highest in the year. Sea temperatures see an increase to 29°C (84.2°F), indicating warming trends for the upcoming months. The cooler months take leave as wind gusts record an increase, averaging 8.1km/h (5mph).

Temperature

The transition from September to October sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still warm 25.7°C (78.3°F), from a not significantly different 24.1°C (75.4°F). An average low-temperature of 19.5°C (67.1°F) is noted during the nights in October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Lae is 78%.

Rainfall

In Lae, in October, during 23.5 rainfall days, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 281.5 rainfall days, and 1518mm (59.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Lae, in October, the average water temperature is 29°C (84.2°F).
Note: Between the temperatures of 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F), water is considered very warm, providing pleasure in water activities without discomfort over lengthy periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:05 +10.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 11h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during October morphs into the following directions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! Reflections from sand and water can intensify the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures?
An average high-temperature, in October, in Lae, is 25.7°C (78.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 19.5°C (67.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in March is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.
How many days does it rain in October in Lae?
In October, the rain falls for 23.5 days. Throughout October, 133mm (5.24") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the sea water temperature in October?
In Lae, the average seawater temperature in October is 29°C (84.2°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.
What is the average length of the day in October?
In October, the average day length in Lae is 12h and 15min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 18:05 +10.
How many hours of sunshine does Lae have in October?
In Lae, the average sunshine duration in October is 11h.
When is the highest UV index?
The months with the highest UV index are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in October?
In Lae, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average high temperature in October: 25.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (27.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 19.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (21.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is September (18.4°C).

Average pressure in October
Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.8km/h).

Average humidity in October
Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (73%).

Average rainfall in October
Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall in October: 133mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (181mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (101mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average rainfall days in October: 23.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (25.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (21.5 days).

Average sea temperature in October
Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average sea temperature in October: 29°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is December (30°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (28°C).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average sunshine days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (7.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (4.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average cloud cover in October: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in October
Lae, Papua New Guinea
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

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

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