October weather forecast
Puducherry, India

October, the first month of the post-monsoon autumn in Puducherry, is still a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32°C (89.6°F) and 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

The arrival of October marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F) from September's 34°C (93.2°F). In Puducherry, in October, the average low-temperature is a moderately hot 24°C (75.2°F).

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout October, 241mm (9.49") of precipitation is accumulated. In Puducherry, during the entire year, the rain falls for 47 days and collects up to 1240mm (48.82") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Puducherry, in October, the average water temperature is 29.3°C (84.7°F).
Note: Between the temperatures of 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F), water is considered very warm, providing pleasure in water activities without discomfort over lengthy periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Puducherry is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of October in Puducherry, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 5:45 pm IST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are June through November, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Puducherry, India. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Practice every precaution of necessity, unprotected skin and eyes might burn in minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Apply and frequently reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen after every two hours, or immediately after a swim or outdoor exercise. Take caution! The UV rays from the Sun gain strength from sand and water reflections.