October weather forecast
Sorobango, Ivory Coast

October in Sorobango, Ivory Coast, is a tropical autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 21.5°C (70.7°F) and 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

With October's arrival, Sorobango notes an average high-temperature of a hot 30.4°C (86.7°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. During October, Sorobango's temperature averages to a pleasant 21.5°C (70.7°F) at night.

Heat index

For October, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Exercise increased caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital 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. During high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the process of perspiration is hindered, intensifying the sensation of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Sorobango is 84%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 21.6 days. Throughout October, 119mm (4.69") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 187.2 rainfall days, and 811mm (31.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Sorobango is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of October in Sorobango, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 17:49 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Sorobango is 6.8h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Sorobango. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. 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.