October weather forecastThoothukudi, India
October
Weather in October
The first month of the post-monsoon autumn, October, is also a hot month in Thoothukudi, India, with an average temperature varying between 26.6°C (79.9°F) and 32°C (89.6°F).Temperature
Thoothukudi's average high-temperature in October is a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), indicating a subtle variation from September. Thoothukudi experiences an average low-temperature reading of 26.6°C (79.9°F) throughout October.Heat index
For most parts of October, the heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. 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. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.
Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 68%.Rainfall
In Thoothukudi, during October, the rain falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 111mm (4.37") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Thoothukudi, there are 136.9 rainfall days, and 554mm (21.81") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Thoothukudi, India, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 56min.On the first day of October in Thoothukudi, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 6:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 5:55 pm IST.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Thoothukudi, India, is 7.8h.UV index
January, February, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Thoothukudi, India
- Average high temperature in October: 32°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (34.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (29.3°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 26.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°C).
Average pressure in October
Thoothukudi, India
- Average pressure in October: 1009.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1007.3mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Thoothukudi, India
- Average wind speed in October: 14.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (23.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (14km/h).
Average humidity in October
Thoothukudi, India
- Average humidity in October: 68%
The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (74%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (60%).
Average rainfall in October
Thoothukudi, India
- Average rainfall in October: 111mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (175mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Thoothukudi, India
- Average rainfall days in October: 19.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (2.9 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Thoothukudi, India
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in October: 7h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Thoothukudi, India
- Average sunshine days in October: 10.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Thoothukudi, India
- Average UV index in October: 7
The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in October
Thoothukudi, India
- Average cloud cover in October: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in October
Thoothukudi, India
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
