October weather forecast
Ekala, Sri Lanka

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

Temperature

Ekala experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.9°C (85.8°F) in October, marking an insignificant shift from 29.5°C (85.1°F) in September. Night temperatures during October in Ekala stabilize at an average of 25.1°C (77.2°F), closely mirroring the daytime temperatures.

Heat index

The heat index in October is estimated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Ekala, in October, it is raining for 25.9 days, with typically 224mm (8.82") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ekala, there are 265.4 rainfall days, and 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ekala, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:50 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Ekala, Sri Lanka, is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ekala are May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in October interprets into the following advice:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.