October weather forecast
Padmanabham, India

October, the first month of the post-monsoon autumn in Padmanabham, is still a tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Temperature

The shift to October signals an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), subtly varied from September's 31.6°C (88.9°F). Padmanabham's nighttime temperature during October is consistently averaged at a moderately hot 25.1°C (77.2°F).

Heat index

October's heat index is computed to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. 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. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Padmanabham, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

In Padmanabham, in October, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 120mm (4.72") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.3 rainfall days, and 805mm (31.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Padmanabham, India, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 5:24 pm IST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Padmanabham is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in October transforms into this advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.