October weather forecastLapasan, Philippines

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Lapasan, Philippines, with an average temperature varying between 23°C (73.4°F) and 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

Lapasan records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F) in October, maintaining a close correlation with September's 29.4°C (84.9°F). The low-temperature average for Lapasan during October stands at a still warm 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

October's mean heat index is calculated to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating 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. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Lapasan, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of October in Lapasan, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 5:19 pm PST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Lapasan. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during October leads to these instructions:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.