October weather forecast
Kongaso, Ivory Coast

October is a hot autumn month in Kongaso, Ivory Coast, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.5°C (70.7°F) and 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a hot 31.3°C (88.3°F) marks October, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in September. An average low-temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F) is observed during October nights in Kongaso.

Heat index

October's average heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Warning: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke is a risk with ongoing activity.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In Kongaso, the average relative humidity in October is 87%.

Rainfall

In Kongaso, during October, the rain falls for 25.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 123mm (4.84") of precipitation. In Kongaso, during the entire year, the rain falls for 218.7 days and collects up to 845mm (33.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kongaso, Ivory Coast, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:12 and sunset at 18:03 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Kongaso is 6.5h.

UV index

In Kongaso, Ivory Coast, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in October translates into these instructions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.