October weather forecastPadra, India

Weather in October

The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is still a tropical month in Padra, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°C (94.1°F) and 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during October registers at a still hot 34.5°C (94.1°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Padra experiences a consistent average temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F) throughout the nights in October.

Heat index

The heat index in October is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 48%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout October, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 99.6 rainfall days, and 746mm (29.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of October in Padra, India, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 6:01 pm IST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Padra is 9.7h.

UV index

In Padra, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in October translates into the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.