October weather forecast
Guinagourou, Benin

October is a transition month in Guinagourou, shedding the high rainfall and humidity of monsoon in favor of drier weather. As the city heads into October, there are more sunshine-filled days and lesser cloud cover. As compared to the past few months, cooler winds might be experienced due to the decrease in humidity. October’s weather is favorable for exploring the charm of Guinagourou city.

Temperature

October's onset in Guinagourou records an average high-temperature of a tropical 32.1°C (89.8°F), a near match to September's 29.4°C (84.9°F). Throughout the month of October, Guinagourou witnesses an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is appraised at a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 75%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout October, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated. In Guinagourou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.7 days and collects up to 607mm (23.9") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Guinagourou, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

In Guinagourou, the average sunshine in October is 9.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Guinagourou is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.