October weather forecastSrikhanda, India

Weather in October

The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is still a hot month in Srikhanda, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.1°C (88°F) and min 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

October's average high-temperature is a still hot 31.1°C (88°F), maintaining a close comparison with September's 32.3°C (90.1°F). Srikhanda's nighttime temperature during October is consistently averaged at a moderately hot 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In Srikhanda, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.

Rainfall

In Srikhanda, in October, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 82mm (3.23") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Srikhanda, there are 140.5 rainfall days, and 909mm (35.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 4:59 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Srikhanda, India, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. 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. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.