October weather forecastDoranala, India

Weather in October

October, the first month of the post-monsoon autumn in Doranala, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°C (73.4°F) and 31.7°C (89.1°F).

Temperature

October's presence records an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.7°C (89.1°F), closely mirroring September's climate. Throughout the month of October, Doranala reports a steady low-temperature average of 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

October's heat index is appraised at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 68%.

Rainfall

In Doranala, in October, during 15.7 rainfall days, 74mm (2.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.9 rainfall days, and 454mm (17.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 6:02 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:44 pm IST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in October leads to these guidelines:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.