October weather forecastEsiam, Ghana

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Esiam, Ghana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28°C (82.4°F) and an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

The shift into October records an average high-temperature of a still warm 28°C (82.4°F), subtly varied from September's 26.7°C (80.1°F). With a barely noticeable fluctuation in temperature, Esiam reaches an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F) during the October nights.

Heat index

The heat index in October is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Esiam is 85%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 28.1 days. Throughout October, 134mm (5.28") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 274.5 rainfall days, and 956mm (37.64") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Esiam, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:45 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.

Updated: Feb 9, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

During October, Esiam experiences an average high-temperature of 28°C (82.4°F) and a low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in October is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

In October, the average relative humidity in Esiam is 85%.

In Esiam, in October, it is raining for 28.1 days, with typically 134mm (5.28") of accumulated precipitation.

In Esiam, the average day length in October is 12h and 0min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, in Esiam, Ghana, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:45 GMT.

In Esiam, Ghana, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.8h.

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Esiam is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

26.7°C

28°C

29.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.3km/h

13.8km/h

11.8km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

1.9

1.8

2.4

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Esiam, Ghana

Average high temperature in October: 28°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.3°C).

Average low temperature in October: 24.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.3°C).

Average pressure in October
Esiam, Ghana

Average pressure in October: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Esiam, Ghana

Average wind speed in October: 12.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (15km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Esiam, Ghana

Average humidity in October: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (76%).

Average rainfall in October
Esiam, Ghana

Average rainfall in October: 134mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (196mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (34mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Esiam, Ghana

Average rainfall days in October: 28.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.6 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Esiam, Ghana

Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in October: 7h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Esiam, Ghana

Average sunshine days in October: 1.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (1.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Esiam, Ghana

Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Esiam, Ghana

Average cloud cover in October: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in October
Esiam, Ghana

Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).