October weather forecast
Mettur, India

The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is also a hot month in Mettur, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°C (87.1°F) and 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

Mettur in October witnesses an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), indicating a slight variation from September's 32°C (89.6°F). Mettur throughout October, records an average low-temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

October's average heat index is calculated to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. 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.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Mettur, India, is 75%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 23.5 days and typically aggregates up to 155mm (6.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mettur, India, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of October in Mettur, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 5:53 pm IST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mettur 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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during October leads to these instructions:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.