October weather forecast
Pollachi, India

The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is also a moderately hot month in Pollachi, India, with temperature in the range of an average low of 20.8°C (69.4°F) and an average high of 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

The advent of October reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.6°C (85.3°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Pollachi's average low-temperature is measured at an agreeable 20.8°C (69.4°F) during October.

Heat index

October's heat index is estimated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In Pollachi, India, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.8 days and accumulates 172mm (6.77") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of October in Pollachi, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 5:58 pm IST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pollachi are January, February, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during October translates into the following directions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.