October weather forecast
Mawathagama, Sri Lanka

October, like September, is a hot autumn month in Mawathagama, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°C (87.6°F) and 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of October coincides with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), indicating a minimal shift from September's 31°C (87.8°F). In the month of October, Mawathagama experiences an average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for October is appraised at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of 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. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In Mawathagama, the average relative humidity in October 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

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

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.