October weather forecastDon, Benin

Weather in October

In October, Don, Benin, starts to witness a shift towards a drier phase. There is a tangible drop in rainfall, and the cloud cover lessens, leading to more sunshine hours and an improved UV index. Rainfall decreases to 108mm (4.25"), a marked contrast to the heavy downpours of previous months. Looking ahead, November is expected to sustain this drying trend, with systematically lower rainfall.

Temperature

Don transitions into October recording an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.5°C (90.5°F), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. An average nighttime temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F) is noted during the month of October.

Heat index

October's heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Don, in October, it is raining for 22.9 days, with typically 108mm (4.25") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 207.1 rainfall days, and 739mm (29.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Don, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:31 WAT.

Sunshine

In Don, the average sunshine in October is 8.3h.

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 rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in October translates into these instructions:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.