Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
The onset of October is marked with a high temperature of a still warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), reflecting the same conditions as September. During the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F) is observed.Heat index
During October, the heat index is appraised at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. When under direct sunshine, the heat index may be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.
Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
October is the month with the most rainfall in Bowala, Sri Lanka. Rain falls for 27.4 days and accumulates 301mm (11.85") of precipitation.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day in Bowala is 11h and 58min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:47 +0530.
Sunshine
In Bowala, the average sunshine in October is 7.9h.UV index
October is the month with the lowest UV index in Bowala, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Bowala, 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
Bowala, 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
Bowala, 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
Bowala, 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
Bowala, 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
Bowala, 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
Bowala, Sri Lanka
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
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
Bowala, 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
Bowala, 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
Bowala, 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
Bowala, 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).
