October weather forecastAnna Nagar West, India

October

Weather in October

October, the first month of the post-monsoon autumn in Anna Nagar West, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 26.2°C (79.2°F).

Temperature

During October, Anna Nagar West records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F), marking a slight divergence from September's 32.9°C (91.2°F). The month of October records an average low-temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F) in Anna Nagar West.

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is estimated at a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In Anna Nagar West, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

Rainfall

In Anna Nagar West, in October, it is raining for 21.9 days, with typically 142mm (5.59") of accumulated precipitation. In Anna Nagar West, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.8 days and collects up to 735mm (28.94") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 5:59 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 5:42 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Anna Nagar West is 7.6h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Anna Nagar West. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during October translates into the following guidance:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

In Anna Nagar West, in October, the average high-temperature is 31.9°C (89.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.2°C (79.2°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 41°C (105.8°F).

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

In Anna Nagar West, during October, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 142mm (5.59") of precipitation.

In October, the average day length in Anna Nagar West is 11h and 50min.

On the first day of October in Anna Nagar West, India, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 5:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 5:42 pm IST.

In Anna Nagar West, India, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.6h.

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

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Anna Nagar West, India, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average high temperature in October: 31.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (37.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 26.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average pressure in October: 1008.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1004.2mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average wind speed in October: 11.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (16.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.3km/h).

Average humidity in October
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

Average rainfall in October
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average rainfall in October: 142mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (185mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average rainfall days in October: 21.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 48min

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: 7h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in October
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average sunshine days in October: 7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average UV index in October: 6

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

Average cloud cover in October
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average cloud cover in October: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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