October weather forecast
Al-Khīsah, Qatar

October in Al-Khīsah witnesses a definitive drop in temperatures, instigating a comfortable autumnal climate. With daylight hours reducing further, the city starts to get a respite from the persistent summer heat. A slight elevation in relative humidity to 50% introduces a distinctive mild chill in the air. Wind gusts marginally decrease to 21.9km/h (13.6mph), lending a comfortably cool ambience to the autumn month. October's weather highlights include a meagre 1mm (0.04") rainfall on 0.5 days, the first after a long dry spell.

Temperature

October's arrival in Al-Khīsah, Qatar, coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from September's sweltering 39.4°C (102.9°F) to a still fiery hot 35.4°C (95.7°F). In Al-Khīsah, an average low-temperature of 27.4°C (81.3°F) is recorded during October nights.

Heat index

The heat index in October is evaluated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Al-Khīsah is 50%.

Rainfall

January through May, October through December are months with rainfall. October is the first month it rains in Al-Khīsah. Throughout October, in the average 0.5 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Al-Khīsah, there are 24.1 rainfall days, and 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Al-Khīsah, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:20. On the last day of October, in Al-Khīsah, Qatar, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 16:53 +03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.9h.

UV index

In Al-Khīsah, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.