October weather forecastPanal, Philippines

Weather in October

October, like September, in Panal, Philippines, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 25.2°C (77.4°F) and 29.2°C (84.6°F).

Temperature

With the onset of October, the average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F), closely aligned with September's 29.7°C (85.5°F). Panal sees a minor drop to an average minimum temperature of 25.2°C (77.4°F) during the night in the month of October.

Heat index

The heat index value during October is estimated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Panal is 83%.

Rainfall

In Panal, during October, the rain falls for 25.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 116mm (4.57") of precipitation. In Panal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 274.1 days and collects up to 1270mm (50") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of October, in Panal, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 5:18 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Panal, Philippines, are February through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.