October weather forecast
Padalam, India

The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is still a tropical month in Padalam, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.5°C (90.5°F) and an average low of 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

The advent of October brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.5°C (90.5°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Padalam's average low-temperature in the month of October is recorded at a moderately hot 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Heat index

In October, the heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 43°C (109.4°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In Padalam, the average relative humidity in October is 72%.

Rainfall

In October, in Padalam, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout October, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is accumulated. In Padalam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.9 days and collects up to 537mm (21.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Padalam is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 5:44 pm IST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Padalam is 6.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Padalam is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.