October weather forecast
Birni, Benin

October is a tropical autumn month in Birni, Benin, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.4°C (72.3°F) and max 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Temperature

As October takes hold, the average high-temperature is a tropical 32.7°C (90.9°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. In the month of October, Birni records a consistent average low-temperature of 22.4°C (72.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for October is appraised at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Birni, in October, during 15 rainfall days, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Birni, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.6 days and collects up to 596mm (23.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:44. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:30 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.4h.

UV index

In Birni, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during October morphs into the following directions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.