October weather forecast
Aswedduma, Sri Lanka

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Aswedduma, Sri Lanka, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.4°C (84.9°F) and min 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Temperature

Aswedduma experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.4°C (84.9°F) in October, subtly different from September's 29.5°C (85.1°F). Aswedduma's temperature in October lowers to a consistent average of 20.7°C (69.3°F) during the nights.

Heat index

In October, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Aswedduma is October, when the rain falls for 27.4 days and typically aggregates up to 301mm (11.85") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:48 +0530.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 5, October is the month with the lowest UV index in Aswedduma. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during October morphs into the following directions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is October in Aswedduma?
In Aswedduma, 29.4°C (84.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 20.7°C (69.3°F) is the average low-temperature during October. In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 36°C (96.8°F).
What is the average humidity in October in Aswedduma?
The average relative humidity in October in Aswedduma is 80%.
What is the wettest month in Aswedduma?
October is the month with the most rainfall in Aswedduma, Sri Lanka. Rain falls for 27.4 days and accumulates 301mm (11.85") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in October in Aswedduma?
In Aswedduma, in October, it is raining for 27.4 days, with typically 301mm (11.85") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Aswedduma have in October?
The average day length in October in Aswedduma is 11h and 58min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Aswedduma?
In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, in Aswedduma, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:48 +0530.
How many hours of sunshine does Aswedduma have in October?
The average sunshine duration in October in Aswedduma is 7.9h.
When is the lowest UV index in Aswedduma?
October is the month with the lowest UV index in Aswedduma, Sri Lanka, with an average maximum UV index of 5.
What is the UV index intensity in October in Aswedduma?
In Aswedduma, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Aswedduma, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in October: 29.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.1°C).

Average pressure in October
Aswedduma, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in October: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.1mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Aswedduma, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in October: 6.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.7km/h).

Average humidity in October
Aswedduma, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in October: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (74%).

Average rainfall in October
Aswedduma, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in October: 301mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (301mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (38mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Aswedduma, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in October: 27.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.1 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Aswedduma, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Aswedduma, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in October: 2.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (1.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Aswedduma, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in October: 5

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

Average cloud cover in October
Aswedduma, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Aswedduma, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (8km).

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