October heralds the retreat of monsoon in
Kamphaeng Phet. The rainfall drops drastically to 192mm (7.56") after the
September peak, signaling a shift towards drier months. A drop in temperature accompanies this shift, providing a respite from the continuous warmth of the preceding months. The cloud cover begins to reduce, allowing more sunlight into the day. Characterized by less rainfall, the month serves as the initial stage of the transition to the dry season.
Temperature
In October, the average high-temperature registers at a still hot 32.2°C (90°F), nearly identical to September's 32.7°C (90.9°F). Throughout the month of October, the average temperature in Kamphaeng Phet dips to a warm 23.8°C (74.8°F) at night.
Heat index
For October, the heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F).
Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.
Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 84%.
Rainfall
In Kamphaeng Phet,
Thailand, in October, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 192mm (7.56") of accumulated precipitation. In Kamphaeng Phet, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123 days and collects up to 1305mm (51.38") of precipitation.
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of October, in Kamphaeng Phet, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 17:51 +07.