October weather forecast
La Plaine-des-Palmistes, Reunion

October

Weather in October

October brings a perceptible change in the weather pattern with the daily maximum temperature reaching 22.5°C (72.5°F). The quantity of rain received begins to rise, although remaining within acceptable limits at 37mm (1.46"). The overall climate remains dry due to the prevailing low humidity levels. With the increasing daylight hours, the region experiences more sunlit hours, contributing to the warmer climate. Nevertheless, the typically steady wind conditions make for a harmonic balance in the city's comfortable weather.

Temperature

In October, the average high-temperature in La Plaine-des-Palmistes registers at a still agreeable 22.5°C (72.5°F), nearly identical to September's 21°C (69.8°F). October nights reveal a minor deviation from daytime highs, with a mean low-temperature of 20.1°C (68.2°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In La Plaine-des-Palmistes, in October, it is raining for 20.8 days, with typically 37mm (1.46") of accumulated precipitation. In La Plaine-des-Palmistes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 280.3 days and collects up to 1115mm (43.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:27 +04.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

June through October, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during October translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?
An average high-temperature, in October, in La Plaine-des-Palmistes, is 22.5°C (72.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 20.1°C (68.2°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In La Plaine-des-Palmistes, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.
How much does it rain in October?
In October, in La Plaine-des-Palmistes, the rain falls for 20.8 days. Throughout October, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does La Plaine-des-Palmistes have in October?
In October, the average day length is 12h and 35min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in October?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, in La Plaine-des-Palmistes, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 18:27 +04.
What month has the most sunshine?
The month with the most sunshine is October, with an average of 10.2h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does La Plaine-des-Palmistes have in October?
The average sunshine duration in October is 10.2h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are June through October, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index intensity in October?
In La Plaine-des-Palmistes, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
La Plaine-des-Palmistes, Reunion
  • Average high temperature in October: 22.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (25.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (20.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (18.2°C).

Average pressure in October
La Plaine-des-Palmistes, Reunion
  • Average pressure in October: 1018.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in October
La Plaine-des-Palmistes, Reunion
  • Average wind speed in October: 14.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (18km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (12.4km/h).

Average humidity in October
La Plaine-des-Palmistes, Reunion
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (79%).

Average rainfall in October
La Plaine-des-Palmistes, Reunion
  • Average rainfall in October: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (199mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

Average rainfall days in October
La Plaine-des-Palmistes, Reunion
  • Average rainfall days in October: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (27.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (18.5 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
La Plaine-des-Palmistes, Reunion
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
La Plaine-des-Palmistes, Reunion
  • Average sunshine days in October: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (5.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (0.3 days).

Average UV index in October
La Plaine-des-Palmistes, Reunion
  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September and October (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
La Plaine-des-Palmistes, Reunion
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in October
La Plaine-des-Palmistes, Reunion
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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