October weather forecast
Koumantou, Mali

October, the same as September, in Koumantou, Mali, is another tropical autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.5°C (72.5°F) and max 34.4°C (93.9°F).

Temperature

As October unfolds, the average high-temperature reaches a still tropical 34.4°C (93.9°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Throughout October, Koumantou records an average temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) at night.

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Koumantou, the average relative humidity in October is 63%.

Rainfall

In Koumantou, during October, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. In Koumantou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.2 days and collects up to 591mm (23.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Koumantou, Mali, is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of October, in Koumantou, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:02 GMT.

Sunshine

In Koumantou, the average sunshine in October is 9.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Koumantou is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during October translates into the following directions:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.