Experience in
October echoes the prevailing patterns of
September, albeit with lower precipitation and a rise in temperature. Daylight hours start reducing, signifying the transition towards the end of the year. The weather remains warm and humid, despite the lessened rainfall. The gradual decline in the UV index underscores the solar trajectory moving away from the zenith. October in
Abomey can be described as a mild, rainy period leading to the dry season.
Temperature
The commencement of October in Abomey brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from September. In the month of October, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 22°C (71.6°F).
Rainfall
In Abomey, in October, during 12 rainfall days, 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Abomey, there are 103 rainfall days, and 1059mm (41.69") of precipitation is accumulated.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Abomey is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:31 WAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Abomey is 6h.
UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Abomey,
Benin, are
February through
May,
August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 12 during October morphs into the following directions:
Practice every essential safety step. People with fair skin could receive burns in fewer than 5 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. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Use liberally and reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every two hours, or straight away after any outdoor workout or swim.