October weather forecast
Katugastota, Sri Lanka

October, like September, in Katugastota, Sri Lanka, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 20.7°C (69.3°F) and 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.4°C (84.9°F) marks October, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in September. During October, Katugastota sees a mean low-temperature of 20.7°C (69.3°F).

Heat index

In October, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level 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. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 27.4 days and typically aggregates up to 301mm (11.85") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Katugastota, 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 05:55 and sunset at 17:47 +0530.

Sunshine

In Katugastota, the average sunshine in October is 7.9h.

UV index

October is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 5 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against skin and eye damage is obliged. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.