October weather forecastAlangayam, India

October

Weather in October

October, the first month of the post-monsoon autumn in Alangayam, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Alangayam notes an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 29.7°C (85.5°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. The average low-temperature, in October, is a pleasant 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 22.9 days and typically aggregates up to 124mm (4.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Alangayam, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 6:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 5:49 pm IST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Alangayam are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in October, in Alangayam, is 29.7°C (85.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 20.8°C (69.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is evaluated at 36°C (96.8°F).

In Alangayam, India, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.9 days and accumulates 124mm (4.88") of precipitation.

In Alangayam, in October, it is raining for 22.9 days, with typically 124mm (4.88") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in October is 11h and 51min.

On the first day of October in Alangayam, India, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 6:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 5:49 pm IST.

The average sunshine duration in October is 6.9h.

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Alangayam, India.

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

  • Average high temperature in October: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (37.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.1°C).

Average pressure in October
Alangayam, India

  • Average pressure in October: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1005.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Alangayam, India

  • Average wind speed in October: 7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7km/h).

Average humidity in October
Alangayam, India

  • Average humidity in October: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (50%).

Average rainfall in October
Alangayam, India

  • Average rainfall in October: 124mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (124mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Alangayam, India

  • Average rainfall days in October: 22.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (23.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Alangayam, India

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Alangayam, India

  • Average sunshine days in October: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Alangayam, India

  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Alangayam, India

  • Average cloud cover in October: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in October
Alangayam, India

  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (8km).