October weather forecastMedinipur, India

Weather in October

The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is also a hot month in Medinipur, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.9°C (87.6°F) and an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

Medinipur's average high-temperature in October sits at a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), showing little difference from the previous month. In October, the temperature drops to an average of 22.5°C (72.5°F) at night.

Heat index

In October, the heat index is appraised at a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Medinipur is 76%.

Rainfall

In Medinipur, India, in October, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 82mm (3.23") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Medinipur, there are 140.6 rainfall days, and 785mm (30.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Medinipur, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 5:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 5:04 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Medinipur, India, the average sunshine in October is 8.5h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Medinipur. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during October translates into the following guidance:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. 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. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.