October weather forecast
Kiriberiya, Sri Lanka

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Kiriberiya, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.5°C (77.9°F) and an average high of 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

The onset of October marks an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), hardly differing from September's 28.8°C (83.8°F). In October, Kiriberiya experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of 25.5°C (77.9°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index in October is calculated to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Kiriberiya is 80%.

Rainfall

In Kiriberiya, in October, it is raining for 25.2 days, with typically 192mm (7.56") of accumulated precipitation. In Kiriberiya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 273.8 days and collects up to 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Kiriberiya is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of October, in Kiriberiya, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 17:50 +0530.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during October translates into these guidelines:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.