October weather forecastTatalon, Philippines

Weather in October

October, like September, is another tropical autumn month in Tatalon, Philippines, with an average temperature varying between 30.7°C (87.3°F) and 24.9°C (76.8°F).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Tatalon greets a high temperature of a still hot 30.7°C (87.3°F), showing no significant variation from September. An average nighttime temperature of 24.9°C (76.8°F) is observed during October.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Tatalon is 79%.

Rainfall

In Tatalon, Philippines, during October, the rain falls for 17.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Tatalon, there are 185.8 rainfall days, and 836mm (32.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Tatalon, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 5:27 pm PST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Tatalon is 8.4h.

UV index

February through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Tatalon. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.