October weather forecast
Serere, Uganda

October offers a steady transition from the typical rainy seasons as Serere shifts toward drier months. Average temperatures begin to climb, hinting at the impending warm season. Showers, while still present, occur less frequently and accumulate to fewer millimeters compared to previous months. Cloud coverage begins to decline, providing visibly brighter days. The consistency in daylight hours backs the increasing sunshine as October steadily illuminates the path to the approaching warmer months.

Temperature

Transitioning into October, Serere experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.8°C (83.8°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Throughout the month of October, Serere sees a steady low-temperature average of 18.2°C (64.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during October is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Serere, during October, the rain falls for 28.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 177mm (6.97") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Serere, Uganda, there are 267.3 rainfall days, and 1415mm (55.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Serere, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:32 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of October, in Serere, Uganda, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:31 EAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Serere is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.