October weather forecast
Panmana, India

October, the first month of the post-monsoon autumn in Panmana, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°C (77.9°F) and 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

The advent of October brings an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), exhibiting minor difference from the previous month. In Panmana, the nighttime temperature shows a slight difference from the daytime high, averaging to a still moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F) during October.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is computed to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Panmana, during October, the rain falls for 21.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 165mm (6.5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Panmana, there are 240.4 rainfall days, and 1699mm (66.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 6:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:01 pm IST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, July through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. 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. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.