October weather forecast
Sultan Gumander, Philippines

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Sultan Gumander, Philippines, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.7°C (74.7°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

October's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), slightly deviating from September's 29°C (84.2°F). In Sultan Gumander, October's nights observe an average temperature dip to a still moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F).

Heat index

October's average heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Sultan Gumander is 81%.

Rainfall

In Sultan Gumander, in October, it is raining for 25.6 days, with typically 138mm (5.43") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sultan Gumander, there are 271.2 rainfall days, and 1275mm (50.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Sultan Gumander, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 5:35 pm. On the last day of October, in Sultan Gumander, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 5:23 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Sultan Gumander, the average sunshine in October is 8.5h.

UV index

January through June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during October morphs into the following directions:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.