October weather forecast
Pandikkad, India

The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is a hot month in Pandikkad, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 31°C (87.8°F) and an average low of 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Temperature

During October, the average high-temperature is a tropical 31°C (87.8°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. In October, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is estimated at a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Pandikkad is 82%.

Rainfall

In October, in Pandikkad, the rain falls for 26 days. Throughout October, 194mm (7.64") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pandikkad, there are 240 rainfall days, and 1446mm (56.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Pandikkad, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 6:00 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Pandikkad, the average sunshine in October is 8h.

UV index

May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Pandikkad. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.