October weather forecast
Charia, Ghana

October, like September, is another tropical autumn month in Charia, Ghana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.1°C (73.6°F) and 34.2°C (93.6°F).

Temperature

The onset of October brings a minor temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from 30.8°C (87.4°F) in September to a still tropical 34.2°C (93.6°F). An average minimum temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) is recorded during the month of October.

Heat index

October's heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Warning: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke is a risk with ongoing activity.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout October, 76mm (2.99") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.7 rainfall days, and 643mm (25.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Charia, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:46 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in October translates into the following instructions:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.