October weather forecast
Amélékia, Ivory Coast

October in Amélékia, Ivory Coast, is a tropical autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.6°C (70.9°F) and an average high of 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

October commences with an average high-temperature of a tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F), showing little deviation from September's 29.8°C (85.6°F). During October, Amélékia's temperature averages to an agreeable 21.6°C (70.9°F) at night.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is computed to be a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity 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

In Amélékia, Ivory Coast, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 17:54 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Amélékia are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in October interprets into the following advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.