October weather forecastWaikane, HI

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Waikane, Hawaii, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 80.8°F (27.1°C) and 76.1°F (24.5°C).

Temperature

Welcoming October, Waikane notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 80.8°F (27.1°C), nearly consistent with September's 81°F (27.2°C). Waikane in October experiences a minor decline in temperature, with an average low of 76.1°F (24.5°C) at night.

Heat index

During October, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 86°F (30°C). Enduring exposure and ongoing activity could cause a sense of fatigue and subsequent heat cramps.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. 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

February through April, July, August, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Waikane, Hawaii, during October, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation. In Waikane, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.1 days and collects up to 15.83" (402mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm HST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.1h.

UV index

January through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in October translates into these instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

During October, Waikane experiences an average high-temperature of 80.8°F (27.1°C) and a low-temperature of 76.1°F (24.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

February through April, July, August, October and December, with an average relative humidity of 76%, are most humid months.

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

In Waikane, in October, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

In Waikane, the average day length in October is 11h and 38min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 6:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 5:55 pm HST.

In Waikane, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January through June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

81°F

80.8°F

78.3°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11.7mph

11.1mph

13mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.2

7.2

6.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Waikane, HI

Average high temperature in October: 80.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (81°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (74.3°F).

Average low temperature in October: 76.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (69.6°F).

Average pressure in October
Waikane, HI

Average pressure in October: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (30.06"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Waikane, HI

Average wind speed in October: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (10.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Waikane, HI

Average humidity in October: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, April, July, August, October and December (76%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, May, June, September and November (75%).

Average rainfall in October
Waikane, HI

Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.71").

Average rainfall days in October
Waikane, HI

Average rainfall days in October: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.5 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Waikane, HI

Average daylight in October: 11h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 54min).

Average sunshine in October: 8h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Waikane, HI

Average sunshine days in October: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Waikane, HI

Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Waikane, HI

Average cloud cover in October: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in October
Waikane, HI

Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).