October weather forecast
Thuwal, Saudi Arabia

The city of Thuwal in Saudi Arabia experiences a gradual decline in its temperatures during October. The characteristic clear skies coupled with a fall in temperature open opportunities for outdoor activities. No significant rainfall occurs during this month, maintaining the dry, desert conditions. A reduced UV index indicates diminished sun intensity, inviting many to revel in the pleasant weather. Despite being a transitional month, October offers a balanced climate enjoyable for many.

Temperature

The high-temperature average in October for Thuwal is a tropical 34.6°C (94.3°F), staying closely aligned with September's conditions. During the month of October, Thuwal's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 27.7°C (81.9°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Vigilance: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. The likelihood of heatstroke increases with continued activity.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. 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. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The most humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 59%.

Rainfall

January through May, July, August, October through December are months with rainfall. October is the first month it rains in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia. Throughout October, in the average 0.6 rainfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Thuwal, there are 30.5 rainfall days, and 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Thuwal, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of October in Thuwal, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 17:46 +03.

Sunshine

In Thuwal, the average sunshine in October is 8.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during October morphs into the following directions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.