October weather forecast
Mahalé, Ivory Coast

October in Mahalé, Ivory Coast, is a tropical autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Temperature

October's arrival brings an average high-temperature of a hot 30.8°C (87.4°F), demonstrating subtle variation from the preceding month. An average nighttime temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F) is noted during the month of October.

Heat index

October's average heat index is evaluated at an extremely hot 40°C (104°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In Mahalé, the average relative humidity in October is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mahalé, in October, it is raining for 20.5 days, with typically 94mm (3.7") of accumulated precipitation. In Mahalé, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.8 days and collects up to 892mm (35.12") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 54min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:03 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9h.

UV index

In Mahalé, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during October translates into the following directions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.