October weather forecast
Outram Park, Singapore

October offers a mixed bag of weather characteristics in Outram Park. While it does experience a raise in the lower limit of the temperature scale, the rain showers remain at their regular frequency. However, the wind speeds slightly lessen, making strolls in the park more enjoyable. The city also experiences an impressive 8.5 hours of sunshine daily, which enhances the visual beauty of the city. However, October gets quite wet with a rainfall total of 133mm (5.24").

Temperature

With the onset of October, the average high-temperature registers at a still tropical 31.1°C (88°F), subtly different from September's 30.7°C (87.3°F). Outram Park registers a subtle dip to an average of 26.2°C (79.2°F) during the nights of October.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is computed to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 extremely vital 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.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 73%.

Rainfall

In Outram Park, in October, it is raining for 27.4 days, with typically 133mm (5.24") of accumulated precipitation. In Outram Park, during the entire year, the rain falls for 327.3 days and collects up to 1631mm (64.21") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 5min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:51 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:50 +08.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Outram Park is 8.5h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during October translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.