October weather forecast
Ghatkopar, India

October, the first month of the post-monsoon autumn in Ghatkopar, is a hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.3°C (90.1°F) and an average low of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

In Ghatkopar, the average high-temperature in October slightly increases from a moderately hot 29.2°C (84.6°F) in September to a tropical 32.3°C (90.1°F). Nighttime temperature in Ghatkopar lowers to an average of 25.8°C (78.4°F) in October.

Heat index

During October, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful 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.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In Ghatkopar, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

Rainfall

In October, in Ghatkopar, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout October, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 1524mm (60") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Ghatkopar, India, is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of October, in Ghatkopar, India, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 6:05 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Ghatkopar, the average sunshine in October is 9.4h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ghatkopar is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.