October weather forecast
Yatma, West Bank

October hosts milder temperatures in Yatma, marking a shift from summer's heat to autumn's cool breezes. A significant drop in maximum temperature from September to October is eminent, signifying the waning days of fall. Increased cloud cover offers captivating sunsets and a richer panorama of the city. With only two rainfall days, October maintains the dry spell upheld since May. Despite shorter daylight hours than the peak summer months, October executes a gentle descent towards winter.

Temperature

The beginning of October brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from a tropical 33.9°C (93°F) in September to a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F). During the month of October, Yatma anticipates a mean low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 32°C (89.6°F). Enduring exposure and unrelenting activity might cause a state of weariness, potentially leading to heat cramps.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 46%.

Rainfall

January through May, October through December are months with rainfall in Yatma. October is the first month it rains. Throughout October, in the average 2.2 rainfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. In Yatma, during the entire year, the rain falls for 33.7 days and collects up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Yatma, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:23 EEST. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 16:49 EET.
Note: On Saturday, 26. October 2024, at 02:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Saturday, 12. April 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from EET to EEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during October leads to these advisories:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.