October weather forecastOuidah, Benin
October
Weather in October
October carries on the warming trend started in September, with temperatures continuing to incline. The rainfall encounters a slight dip, averaging 79mm (3.11") over 22.7 days. Albeit being one of the rainiest months, October also enjoys 8.6 hours of sunshine. The humidity starts to decrease, inching towards its end-of-year nadir. As Ouidah bids farewell to the rainy season, the gusts of wind become less intense.Temperature
October's beginning in Ouidah signals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), barely different from September's 28.2°C (82.8°F). Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature in Ouidah during October stays at a still warm 24.7°C (76.5°F).Heat index
For most parts of October, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.
Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity in Ouidah is 82%.Rainfall
In Ouidah, in October, it is raining for 22.7 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 220.8 rainfall days, and 678mm (26.69") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Ouidah is 11h and 59min.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 06:38 and sunset at 18:32 WAT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 8.6h.UV index
January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in October translates into this advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Ouidah, Benin
- Average high temperature in October: 29.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.4°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 24.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (26.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.3°C).
Average pressure in October
Ouidah, Benin
- Average pressure in October: 1011.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Ouidah, Benin
- Average wind speed in October: 11.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.5km/h).
Average humidity in October
Ouidah, Benin
- Average humidity in October: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (71%).
Average rainfall in October
Ouidah, Benin
- Average rainfall in October: 79mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (16mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Ouidah, Benin
- Average rainfall days in October: 22.7 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and September (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).
Average snowfall days in October
Ouidah, Benin
- Average snowfall days in October: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ouidah, Benin
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in October: 8h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ouidah, Benin
- Average sunshine days in October: 4.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Ouidah, Benin
- Average UV index in October: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Ouidah, Benin
- Average cloud cover in October: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 14).
Average visibility in October
Ouidah, Benin
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
