October weather forecastKouaba, Benin
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Kouaba, Benin, is a hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.6°C (92.5°F) and an average low of 22.5°C (72.5°F).Temperature
The beginning of October signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from 30.5°C (86.9°F) in September to a still tropical 33.6°C (92.5°F). During October, the nighttime temperature averages of 22.5°C (72.5°F).Heat index
In October, the average heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 43°C (109.4°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. 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 65%.Rainfall
In Kouaba, Benin, during October, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kouaba, there are 151.6 rainfall days, and 714mm (28.11") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 54min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:43 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of October, in Kouaba, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:31 WAT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 9.5h.UV index
In Kouaba, Benin, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Kouaba, Benin
- Average high temperature in October: 33.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.9°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 22.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.2°C).
Average pressure in October
Kouaba, Benin
- Average pressure in October: 1010.6mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.3mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Kouaba, Benin
- Average wind speed in October: 5.5km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.4km/h).
Average humidity in October
Kouaba, Benin
- Average humidity in October: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (17%).
Average rainfall in October
Kouaba, Benin
- Average rainfall in October: 72mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (164mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Kouaba, Benin
- Average rainfall days in October: 16.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kouaba, Benin
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 30min
The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Kouaba, Benin
- Average sunshine days in October: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.5 days).
Average UV index in October
Kouaba, Benin
- Average UV index in October: 7
The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Kouaba, Benin
- Average cloud cover in October: 21
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 3).
Average visibility in October
Kouaba, Benin
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (8km).
