October weather forecast
Tiko, Cameroon

October in Tiko, Cameroon, signifies the advent of drier weather following the damp monsoon. The month observes an improvement in visibility and a decrease in cloud cover percentage. An upward swing in temperature and sunshine hours happens, painting a different stroke on the city's climate canvas. October, therefore, actively points towards the welcome of a much dryer season, effectively bidding adieu to the monsoons. The city's capricious weather offers a soothing relief to its dwellers, motivating everyone for outdoor recreations.

Temperature

October commences with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), showing little deviation from September's 27.9°C (82.2°F). A minor drop in temperature is observed from daytime highs in Tiko, Cameroon, during the nights of October, averaging a still moderately hot 24.1°C (75.4°F).

Heat index

During October, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Tiko, Cameroon, is 80%.

Rainfall

In October, in Tiko, the rain falls for 25.4 days. Throughout October, 234mm (9.21") of precipitation is accumulated. In Tiko, during the entire year, the rain falls for 256.6 days and collects up to 1889mm (74.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Tiko is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of October in Tiko, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:06 and sunset at 18:05 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Tiko is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 in October translates into these instructions:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 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. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.