October weather forecast
Lasso, Burkina Faso

October is a sweltering autumn month in Lasso, Burkina Faso, with an average temperature ranging between max 36.5°C (97.7°F) and min 24.8°C (76.6°F).

Temperature

The shift from September to October sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a tropical 32.9°C (91.2°F) to a torrid 36.5°C (97.7°F). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a warm 24.8°C (76.6°F) in October.

Heat index

During October, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 51%.

Rainfall

In Lasso, in October, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation. In Lasso, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96 days and collects up to 407mm (16.02") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 17:46 GMT.

Sunshine

October through December, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in October interprets into the following advice:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.