October weather forecastSandalpur, India

Weather in October

The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is still a tropical month in Sandalpur, India, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.6°C (69.1°F) and max 33.1°C (91.6°F).

Temperature

The onset of October marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.1°C (91.6°F), hardly differing from September's 31.5°C (88.7°F). In October, a remarkable difference from daytime highs is noted, as Sandalpur records an average temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F) during the night.

Heat index

In October, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Sandalpur, the average relative humidity in October is 54%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout October, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sandalpur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 102 days and collects up to 863mm (33.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 6:09 pm. On the last day of October, in Sandalpur, India, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 5:45 pm IST.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8h.

UV index

In Sandalpur, India, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.