October marks the arrival of drier conditions with less frequent showers, paving the road to the end of the monsoon season. A noteworthy decrease in rainfall to 181mm (7.13") predominates this month. With substantially fewer rainy days, the overall weather pattern gravitates back towards the warmer and drier months, mirroring a typical tropical climate. The weather certainly begins to gear up for the upcoming dry season.
Temperature
October brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), showing a slight difference from
September's 30.9°C (87.6°F). In October,
Pasay's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 23.3°C (73.9°F) during the night.
Heat index
The average heat index in October is appraised at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 81%.
Rainfall
In Pasay,
Philippines, during October, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 181mm (7.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 119 rainfall days, and 1823mm (71.77") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Pasay is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 5:28 pm PST.