October weather forecast
Antisiranana, Madagascar

October in Antsiranana marks further rise in temperatures as the city moves deeper into the transition season. Rainfall is still comparatively low, contributing to the maintained dry conditions. The sea temperature continues to rise, luring back visitors to its blue expanse. The progressive incline in sunshine hours provides the city with an increasingly warming environment. The UV index pointers remain constant, maintaining a sunny climate.

Temperature

In the transition from September to October, Antisiranana reports an average high-temperature of a hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. An average nighttime temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F) is observed during October.

Rainfall

In Antisiranana, during October, the rain falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 84 rainfall days, and 1197mm (47.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In October, the average sea temperature is 26°C (78.8°F).
Note: For swimming, diving, or other water activities, temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) provide the most enjoyable experience for extended periods without discomfort.

Daylight

In Antisiranana, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 17:38. On the last day of October, in Antisiranana, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 17:42 EAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.9h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through April, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 12 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Put into action all important safeguards, unprotected skin may burn swiftly. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen must be generously applied and reapplied every two hours or post any outdoor activity or swim. Heads up! UV intensity is amplified by reflections from water and sand.