October weather forecast
Dambagahamada, Sri Lanka

October, like September, is another tropical autumn month in Dambagahamada, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°C (87.6°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

With the onset of October, Dambagahamada's average high-temperature clocks in at a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. In Dambagahamada, the October nights cool down to an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is appraised at a blistering 40°C (104°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In Dambagahamada, Sri Lanka, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 22.4 days and typically aggregates up to 267mm (10.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Dambagahamada, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:46 +0530.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.