October weather forecastChampadanga, India

Weather in October

The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is still a tropical month in Champadanga, India, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.6°C (72.7°F) and an average high of 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

In October, Champadanga notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), hardly different from the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F) is common in Champadanga during the nights of October.

Heat index

In October, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In October, in Champadanga, India, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout October, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated. In Champadanga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.2 days and collects up to 450mm (17.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Champadanga, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of October in Champadanga, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 5:00 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.