October weather forecastGolaghat, India

Weather in October

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

Temperature

Golaghat notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 30°C (86°F) in October, hardly diverging from September. The nights of October in Golaghat anticipate an average low-temperature of 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Heat index

October's average heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 16.1 days. Throughout October, 99mm (3.9") of precipitation is 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, in Golaghat, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 4:32 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Golaghat, the average sunshine in October is 8.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during October translates into the following guidance:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. 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. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.