October weather forecast
Kottakkal, India

October, the first month of the post-monsoon autumn in Kottakkal, is a hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.9°C (87.6°F) and min 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Temperature

Stepping into October, Kottakkal records an average high-temperature of a hot 30.9°C (87.6°F), almost consistent with September. In Kottakkal, in October, the average low-temperature is a moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Kottakkal is 80%.

Rainfall

In Kottakkal, during October, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 464mm (18.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kottakkal, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of October in Kottakkal, India, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 6:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 6:01 pm IST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Kottakkal, India, is 8.3h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, 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 radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.