October weather forecast
Bindogo, Burkina Faso

October signifies a substantial retreat of rainfall in Bindogo, Burkina Faso, accompanying a rise in temperature and fall in humidity. Sunshine hours maintain their increase, fostering warmth and vibrancy across the city. With the relief from the heavy showers, outdoor activities once again become an irresistible lure. As the cool breeze wafts through the month as a whole carries with it echoes of the rainy season but predominantly signals the advent of drier conditions. The month's temperatures vary markedly, with balmy lows around 25.1°C (77.2°F) and searing highs stretching up to 36.4°C (97.5°F).

Temperature

With the onset of October, a modest change to a torrid 36.4°C (97.5°F) from September's 33.5°C (92.3°F) is noted in high-temperature. In October, Bindogo reports a consistent average low-temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F) during the nights.

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is computed to be a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Overheating and potential dehydration arise when body heat gain eclipses its release capability.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Bindogo is 46%.

Rainfall

October is the last month it rains. During 6.7 rainfall days, in October, Bindogo aggregates 24mm (0.94") of precipitation. In Bindogo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77.9 days and collects up to 310mm (12.2") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:37 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Bindogo is 9.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Bindogo is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in October converts into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.