October weather forecast
Bình Thạnh, Vietnam

October marks the start of the transition towards less rainfall in Bình Thạnh, Vietnam. A decrease in rainfall is seen compared to September, moving the city away from monsoon conditions. The climate remains warm, but the reduced rainfall brings more sunshine and clears the way for outdoor activities. Visitors can enjoy the city's natural and cultural beauty during the pleasantly warm October weather.

Temperature

The arrival of October brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F), nearly identical to September's 30.8°C (87.4°F). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F) in October.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Adopt enhanced safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps could occur. Continuous activity may induce heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. 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 October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Bình Thạnh, during October, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. In Bình Thạnh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.7 days and collects up to 468mm (18.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:29 +07.

Sunshine

In Bình Thạnh, the average sunshine in October is 8.7h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.