October weather forecastMando, Ghana

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Mando, Ghana, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°C (83.5°F) and 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Temperature

Upon the onset of October, Mando witnesses an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.6°C (83.5°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. Mando notes a consistent average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F) during October nights.

Heat index

In October, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 35°C (95°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 85%.

Rainfall

In October, in Mando, the rain falls for 28.4 days. Throughout October, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mando, during the entire year, the rain falls for 271 days and collects up to 897mm (35.31") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day 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, in Mando, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:45 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mando. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.