October weather forecast
Abengourou, Ivory Coast

October kickstarts Abengourou’s much-awaited dry season with more sun-drenched days and less rainfall. But it surprises the city by bringing the highest rainfall of the year - 150mm (5.91"), a significant increase from September's 104mm (4.09"). A noticeable boost in the number of sunshine days brightens up the city's daily life, marking a dramatic turnaround from the previous rain-drenched months. Notwithstanding the surprise showers, Abengourou blooms under the warm October sun, showing off its resilience amidst changing weather patterns.

Temperature

October's onset brings an average high-temperature of a hot 31.5°C (88.7°F), showing a minute difference from September's 29.8°C (85.6°F). The temperature lowers to an average of 21.6°C (70.9°F) during October nights.

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for children. 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.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 27.7 days and typically aggregates up to 150mm (5.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Abengourou is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of October, in Abengourou, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 17:54 GMT.

Sunshine

In Abengourou, the average sunshine in October is 5.3h.

UV index

January through May, October 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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in October translates into the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.