October weather forecast
Katubedda, Sri Lanka

October, like September, in Katubedda, Sri Lanka, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 25.4°C (77.7°F) and 29.7°C (85.5°F).

Temperature

The advent of October denotes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), subtly different from September's 28.9°C (84°F). In October, Katubedda experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of 25.4°C (77.7°F) at night.

Heat index

In October, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. 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 heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In Katubedda, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In October, in Katubedda, Sri Lanka, the rain falls for 24.3 days. Throughout October, 195mm (7.68") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Katubedda, there are 272.3 rainfall days, and 2039mm (80.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Katubedda 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

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.