October weather forecast
Dergaon, India

The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is also a hot month in Dergaon, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 30°C (86°F) and min 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Temperature

Dergaon's October average high-temperature settles at a still hot 30°C (86°F), showing a near match with the preceding month. In Dergaon, October nights witness a steady temperature drop to an enjoyable 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Heat index

October's average heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. 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. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In Dergaon, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

Rainfall

In Dergaon, in October, during 16.1 rainfall days, 99mm (3.9") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 208.8 rainfall days, and 1467mm (57.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 4:32 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

UV index

In Dergaon, India, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.