October weather forecast
Radi, Bhutan

October, like September, in Radi, Bhutan, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 20.2°C (68.4°F) and 29.9°C (85.8°F).

Temperature

Radi indicates an average high-temperature of a warm 29.9°C (85.8°F) in October, showing minor variation from September's 31.6°C (88.9°F). Radi experiences a mean temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F) during October nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during October is computed to be a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout October, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is accumulated. In Radi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.1 days and collects up to 1687mm (66.42") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:39. On the last day of October, in Radi, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:10 +06.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Radi, Bhutan, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during October translates into the following directions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.