October weather forecastBucloc, Philippines

Weather in October

October, like September, in Bucloc, Philippines, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.4°C (72.3°F) and max 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

Entering October, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from September's 29.6°C (85.3°F). During October nights, Bucloc witnesses a consistent average temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during October is calculated to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Bucloc, during October, the rain falls for 19.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 127mm (5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 239.3 rainfall days, and 1360mm (53.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 5:25 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.