October weather forecast
Mawathagama, Sri Lanka

October, the same as September, in Mawathagama, Sri Lanka, is another tropical autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.9°C (87.6°F) and min 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The transition into October shows a subtle variation to a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F) from September's 31°C (87.8°F) in the average high-temperature. In Mawathagama, an average temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) is noted during October nights.

Heat index

October's mean heat index is computed to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. 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 especially vital to children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Mawathagama is 77%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 22.4 days and typically aggregates up to 267mm (10.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mawathagama, Sri Lanka, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:47 +0530.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Mawathagama, Sri Lanka. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.