October weather forecastAgblangandan, Benin

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Agblangandan, Benin, with an average temperature ranging between min 25.4°C (77.7°F) and max 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Temperature

October's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), slightly deviating from September's 28.2°C (82.8°F). During October, Agblangandan's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 25.4°C (77.7°F), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Heat index

October's heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 81%.

Rainfall

In Agblangandan, in October, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 204.5 rainfall days, and 599mm (23.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Agblangandan, Benin, is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:30 WAT.

Sunshine

In Agblangandan, the average sunshine in October is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. 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. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

In Agblangandan, in October, the average high-temperature is 29.5°C (85.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.4°C (77.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is evaluated at 36°C (96.8°F).

In Agblangandan, the average relative humidity in October is 81%.

In Agblangandan, in October, it is raining for 21.3 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation.

In Agblangandan, the average day length in October is 11h and 59min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:30 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in October is 8.5h.

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Agblangandan.

In Agblangandan, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Agblangandan, Benin

  • Average high temperature in October: 29.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 25.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Agblangandan, Benin

  • Average pressure in October: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Agblangandan, Benin

  • Average wind speed in October: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Agblangandan, Benin

  • Average humidity in October: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).

Average rainfall in October
Agblangandan, Benin

  • Average rainfall in October: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (126mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (18mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Agblangandan, Benin

  • Average rainfall days in October: 21.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.1 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Agblangandan, Benin

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Agblangandan, Benin

  • Average sunshine days in October: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Agblangandan, Benin

  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Agblangandan, Benin

  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Agblangandan, Benin

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).