October weather forecastVaranasi, India

Weather in October

October brings a pleasant change in Varanasi's weather with mild temperatures and clear skies. This period is perfect for tourists eager to explore the city's cultural wealth without disruptions from rain or extreme heat. Towards the end of October, signs of the impending winter become evident in the cool morning and evening temperatures. October records a high of 32.7°C (90.9°F) and a low of 20.6°C (69.1°F), making it a relatively comfortable month weather-wise.

Temperature

As October takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still hot 32.7°C (90.9°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. October presents a sharp fall from Varanasi's daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 1.8 days. Throughout October, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Varanasi, there are 51.4 rainfall days, and 1058mm (41.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Varanasi, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 34min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 5:17 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Varanasi is 8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 during October translates into the following directions:
Act with caution. Neglecting protection can lead to skin and eye damage in moments. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.