October weather forecast
Kara, Togo

October ushers Kara towards the end of the year with the start of a dry, warmer phase. Rainfall drops dramatically to 67mm (2.64"), lessening the overall humidity and cloud cover from the previous months. Drops in rain and temperature in October suggest that the rainy season is coming to an end, paving way for more relaxed conditions. This month becomes an excellent time for sightseeing, owing to the increased sunshine hours and decreased wet conditions.

Temperature

October in Kara brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F) in September to a hot 32.6°C (90.7°F). Throughout October, a steady low-temperature average of 22.6°C (72.7°F) is noted.

Heat index

The heat index value during October is calculated to be a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). More protective measures are required - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke may follow lengthy activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With a high level of moisture in the air, the evaporation process becomes less efficient, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently and resulting in a sensation of overheating. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In Kara, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

Rainfall

In Kara, in October, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kara, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 630mm (24.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:45. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:32 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during October translates into the following guidance:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.