October weather forecast
Kimbulapitiya, Sri Lanka

October, like September, in Kimbulapitiya, Sri Lanka, is a moderately hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and an average low of 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

Kimbulapitiya marks the arrival of October with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.9°C (85.8°F), hardly different from September's 29.5°C (85.1°F). Kimbulapitiya upholds a consistent average temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) throughout the nights of October.

Heat index

The heat index for October is computed to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful 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 achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. 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. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kimbulapitiya, in October, during 25.9 rainfall days, 224mm (8.82") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kimbulapitiya, Sri Lanka, 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 in Kimbulapitiya, Sri Lanka, 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 Kimbulapitiya 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 Kimbulapitiya. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.