October weather forecast
Santiniketan, India

The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is also a hot month in Santiniketan, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.5°C (72.5°F) and 30.8°C (87.4°F).

Temperature

The commencement of October brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from September. An average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) marks the nights in Santiniketan, India throughout October.

Heat index

The heat index in October is computed to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The natural method the human body uses to remove excess heat is by perspiring and letting sweat evaporate. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Santiniketan, in October, during 11.2 rainfall days, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Santiniketan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.8 days and collects up to 774mm (30.47") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of October, in Santiniketan, sunrise is at 5:44 am and sunset at 5:01 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Santiniketan, India, is 8.8h.

UV index

January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during October morphs into the following directions:
Deter overexposure. Protecting against the sun's effects is essential. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.