October weather forecastAdampan, Sri Lanka

Weather in October

October is a hot autumn month in Adampan, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.6°C (79.9°F) and max 30°C (86°F).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Adampan's weather records an average high-temperature of a tropical 30°C (86°F), marking little difference from September's 29.9°C (85.8°F). An average low-temperature of 26.6°C (79.9°F) is witnessed throughout the month of October in Adampan, Sri Lanka, a mere drop from the daytime peak.

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. 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. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Adampan, Sri Lanka, in October, it is raining for 23.8 days, with typically 174mm (6.85") of accumulated precipitation. In Adampan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.2 days and collects up to 849mm (33.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:47 +0530.

Sunshine

In Adampan, the average sunshine in October is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during October leads to these instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.