October weather forecastAyeduase, Ghana

Weather in October

October is a hot autumn month in Ayeduase, Ghana, with an average temperature varying between 31°C (87.8°F) and 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of October coincides with an average high-temperature of a hot 31°C (87.8°F), indicating a minimal shift from September's 28.9°C (84°F). The nighttime temperature in Ayeduase, during October, averages of 21.6°C (70.9°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Ayeduase is 88%.

Rainfall

In Ayeduase, in October, during 28.9 rainfall days, 143mm (5.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ayeduase, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.7 days and collects up to 1056mm (41.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of October, in Ayeduase, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:46 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 5.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Ayeduase is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 6 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.