October weather forecastChilha, Nepal

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Chilha, Nepal, is a hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.6°C (70.9°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

With the onset of October, the average high-temperature registers at a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), subtly different from September's 32.9°C (91.2°F). During October, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 21.6°C (70.9°F) at night.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is evaluated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt extra safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Chilha, the average relative humidity in October is 64%.

Rainfall

In Chilha, during October, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 126.4 rainfall days, and 904mm (35.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 31min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 5:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 5:25 pm +0545.

Sunshine

In Chilha, the average sunshine in October is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.