October weather forecastBunlap, Vanuatu

Weather in October

October ushers in warmer days and nights in Bunlap. Changes in weather patterns emerge, including fewer rainy days but more overall precipitation. Sea temperatures become more accommodating for swimming activities. As UV levels remain steady, invested precautions against sun exposure are advised. In October, rainfall increases to 171mm (6.73") from the lower September levels.

Temperature

The start of October is marked by an average high temperature of a still warm 27°C (80.6°F), showing little divergence from September. Throughout the month of October, Bunlap reports a steady low-temperature average of 20°C (68°F).

Rainfall

In Bunlap, during October, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 171mm (6.73") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 218 rainfall days, and 2859mm (112.56") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

June through October, with an average sea temperature of 27°C (80.6°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Bunlap, Vanuatu.
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

Daylight

In Bunlap, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 17:50 +11.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are January, August through December, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 12 transforms into the following instructions:
Take all critical precautions, unprotected skin might burn swiftly. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. One should apply and reapply liberally a broad-spectrum sunscreen of SPF 30+ every two hours and immediately after a swim or an outdoor exercise. Take heed! Reflections of sand and water make the Sun's UV rays stronger.