October weather forecastDabia, Mali

Weather in October

October ushers in subtle but noticeable changes to the weather in Dabia. The rainfall measure shrinks significantly, marking the clear end of the monsoon. A rise in temperature indicates the transition back to the warmer months. The humidity begins to decrease, bringing the comfort level back into balance. The increase in sunshine and daylight hours along with improved visibility offers perfect conditions for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Temperature

October's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from a hot 31.7°C (89.1°F) in September to a sweltering 35.1°C (95.2°F). Dabia, during October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F).

Heat index

For October, the heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 largely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Dabia, the average relative humidity in October is 62%.

Rainfall

In Dabia, during October, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 113 rainfall days, and 627mm (24.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:33 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:18 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during October translates into the following directions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.