October weather forecast
Ketou, Benin

October, like September, is another hot autumn month in Ketou, Benin, with an average temperature varying between 23.4°C (74.1°F) and 32.5°C (90.5°F).

Temperature

October experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32.5°C (90.5°F), barely different from September's 30.6°C (87.1°F). Ketou records an average nighttime low of 23.4°C (74.1°F) in October.

Heat index

During October, the heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Ketou, Benin, is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ketou, during October, the rain falls for 22.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 108mm (4.25") of precipitation. In Ketou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 207.1 days and collects up to 739mm (29.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ketou, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:40. On the last day of October, in Ketou, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:29 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Ketou is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.