October weather forecastBhubaneswar, India

Weather in October

October marks the onset of post-monsoon autumn in Bhubaneswar. Pleasant weather reigns supreme as the temperature continues to drop. Residents enjoy cool mornings and evenings while the afternoon remains warm but bearable. The amount of rainfall significantly reduces to 127mm (5"), signalling drier days ahead. After months of downpour, the city now basks in more sun as daylight hours increase.

Temperature

October's weather records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.2°C (90°F), showing little deviation from September. An average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F) marks the month of October in Bhubaneswar.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is calculated to be a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In Bhubaneswar, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bhubaneswar, during October, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 127mm (5") of precipitation. In Bhubaneswar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89 days and collects up to 1492mm (58.74") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bhubaneswar, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 5:34 pm. On the last day of October, in Bhubaneswar, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 5:12 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 7.2h.