October weather forecast
Balulang, Philippines

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Balulang, Philippines, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.6°C (85.3°F) and an average low of 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

October's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.6°C (85.3°F), hardly different from the previous month. In October, Balulang experiences a temperature dip to an average of 23°C (73.4°F) at night.

Heat index

October's mean heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. 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. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Balulang, in October, during 24.5 rainfall days, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Balulang, during the entire year, the rain falls for 305.6 days and collects up to 1146mm (45.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Balulang, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 5:20 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Balulang, the average sunshine in October is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in October interprets into the following advice:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.