October weather forecast
Ouedeme, Benin

October is a tropical autumn month in Ouedeme, Benin, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Temperature

October denotes a minimal variation in the average high-temperature to a tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F) from September's 29.7°C (85.5°F). In the month of October, Ouedeme witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 43°C (109.4°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Ouedeme is 82%.

Rainfall

In Ouedeme, in October, it is raining for 22.5 days, with typically 82mm (3.23") of accumulated precipitation. In Ouedeme, during the entire year, the rain falls for 216.6 days and collects up to 631mm (24.84") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:32 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Ouedeme is 8.3h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ouedeme are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.