Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
The onset of October marks an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.8°C (91°F), hardly differing from September's 34.9°C (94.8°F). In Rafaq, in October, the average low-temperature is a warm 27.3°C (81.1°F).Heat index
In October, the average heat index is computed to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
In Rafaq, the average relative humidity in October is 55%.Rainfall
January through May, August, October through December are months with rainfall in Rafaq. The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 1.7 days and typically aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.Daylight
In Rafaq, United Arab Emirates, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 34min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 17:35 +04.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 7.8h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during October translates into the following directions:
Fend off overexposure. Sun protection is vital. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot does it get in October?
What is the average humidity in October?
What is the wettest month?
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What is the average length of the day in October?
When is the sunrise / sunset in October?
How many hours of sunshine does Rafaq have in October?
What is the UV index intensity in October?
Average temperature in October
Rafaq, United Arab Emirates
- Average high temperature in October: 32.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (37.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.7°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 27.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (30.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).
Average pressure in October
Rafaq, United Arab Emirates
- Average pressure in October: 1010.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (996.7mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Rafaq, United Arab Emirates
- Average wind speed in October: 8.1km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.1km/h).
Average humidity in October
Rafaq, United Arab Emirates
- Average humidity in October: 55%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (42%).
Average rainfall in October
Rafaq, United Arab Emirates
- Average rainfall in October: 27mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (27mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Rafaq, United Arab Emirates
- Average rainfall days in October: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (0.3 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Rafaq, United Arab Emirates
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Rafaq, United Arab Emirates
- Average sunshine days in October: 27.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (24.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Rafaq, United Arab Emirates
- Average UV index in October: 7
The month with the highest UV index is May (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Rafaq, United Arab Emirates
- Average cloud cover in October: 4
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 12).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in October
Rafaq, United Arab Emirates
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
