October weather forecastPoutasi, Samoa

October

Weather in October

Upon entering October, Poutasi experiences a slight increase in temperatures from September and an amplified level of rainfall. While the duration of daylight extends, the number of sunshine-filled days remain the same. A recognizable increase in rainfall to 115mm (4.53") characterizes the October weather, which is a notable change from the previous month. The transition from October to November does not bring about any significant change in weather conditions.

Temperature

October's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.8°C (82°F), barely different from September's 27.3°C (81.1°F). During the October nights, Poutasi's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at a still moderately hot 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Heat index

October's average heat index is estimated at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). If one sustains activity during exposure, it could lead to a sense of fatigue, with a chance of heat cramps.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

In Poutasi, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In Poutasi, during October, the rain falls for 21.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 115mm (4.53") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 246.7 rainfall days, and 1451mm (57.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:28 +13.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Poutasi is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during October are 27.8°C (82°F) and 26.7°C (80.1°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in October is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).

The average relative humidity in October is 77%.

In Poutasi, in October, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 115mm (4.53") of accumulated precipitation.

In October, the average day length is 12h and 25min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:28 +13.

In October, the average sunshine duration is 7.8h.

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Poutasi, Samoa

  • Average high temperature in October: 27.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (28.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is September (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 26.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (27.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (26°C).

Average pressure in October
Poutasi, Samoa

  • Average pressure in October: 1011.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1007.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Poutasi, Samoa

  • Average wind speed in October: 20.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (24.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (14.8km/h).

Average humidity in October
Poutasi, Samoa

  • Average humidity in October: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Poutasi, Samoa

  • Average rainfall in October: 115mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (57mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Poutasi, Samoa

  • Average rainfall days in October: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (22.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (18.7 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Poutasi, Samoa

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Poutasi, Samoa

  • Average sunshine days in October: 4.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (2.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Poutasi, Samoa

  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in October
Poutasi, Samoa

  • Average cloud cover in October: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Poutasi, Samoa

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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