October weather forecastLakkaram, India

Weather in October

The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is also a hot month in Lakkaram, India, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.5°C (70.7°F) and an average high of 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

Lakkaram indicates an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F) in October, showing minor variation from September's 30.5°C (86.9°F). Lakkaram's temperature drops to an average low of 21.5°C (70.7°F) during the nights of October.

Heat index

During October, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital 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.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In Lakkaram, the average relative humidity in October is 66%.

Rainfall

In Lakkaram, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 92mm (3.62") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lakkaram, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.2 days and collects up to 549mm (21.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 6:03 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:43 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is October, with an average of 6.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during October leads to these instructions:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.