October weather forecastDoko, Guinea

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Doko, Guinea, is a hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 33.5°C (92.3°F) and an average low of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Temperature

The arrival of October brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), closely following the temperature pattern of September. Throughout October, an average nighttime temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F) is experienced.

Heat index

The heat index in October is evaluated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Doko is 64%.

Rainfall

In Doko, in October, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 50mm (1.97") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 120.8 rainfall days, and 630mm (24.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:10 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

In Doko, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in October leads to these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. 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.