October weather forecast
Dalupotha, Sri Lanka

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Dalupotha, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.9°C (85.8°F) and min 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

In Dalupotha, October's average high-temperature stands at a still warm 29.9°C (85.8°F), closely related to the preceding month. Dalupotha sustains a near constant temperature throughout October, with nighttime averages of 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Heat index

For October, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. 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.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Dalupotha, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Dalupotha, during October, the rain falls for 25.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 224mm (8.82") of precipitation. In Dalupotha, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.4 days and collects up to 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:50 +0530.

Sunshine

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

UV index

May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Dalupotha. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 in October translates into this advice:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.