October weather forecastKontéla, Mali

October

Weather in October

October in Kontéla, Mali, is a sweltering autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.2°C (100.8°F) and an average low of 26°C (78.8°F).

Temperature

As September transitions into October, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from a tropical 34.6°C (94.3°F) to a torrid 38.2°C (100.8°F). October presents a sharp fall from Kontéla's daytime highs to an average low-temperature of 26°C (78.8°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. 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.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In Kontéla, the average relative humidity in October is 42%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 5.7 days. Throughout October, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kontéla, there are 64.9 rainfall days, and 273mm (10.75") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kontéla, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of October in Kontéla, Mali, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:16 GMT.

Sunshine

In Kontéla, Mali, the average sunshine in October is 9.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
Don't neglect protection; skin and eyes can be burned swiftly if left exposed. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Frequently asked questions

In October, in Kontéla, the average high-temperature is 38.2°C (100.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 26°C (78.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is appraised at 45°C (113°F).

In Kontéla, Mali, the average relative humidity in October is 42%.

In Kontéla, Mali, in October, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 8mm (0.31") of accumulated precipitation.

In October, the average day length in Kontéla is 11h and 48min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:16 GMT.

The average sunshine duration in October in Kontéla, Mali, is 9.8h.

In Kontéla, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Kontéla, Mali

  • Average high temperature in October: 38.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (42.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 26°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.9°C).

Average pressure in October
Kontéla, Mali

  • Average pressure in October: 1010.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.2mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Kontéla, Mali

  • Average wind speed in October: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in October
Kontéla, Mali

  • Average humidity in October: 42%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (14%).

Average rainfall in October
Kontéla, Mali

  • Average rainfall in October: 8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (109mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Kontéla, Mali

  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kontéla, Mali

  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are March and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Kontéla, Mali

  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Kontéla, Mali

  • Average UV index in October: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Kontéla, Mali

  • Average cloud cover in October: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in October
Kontéla, Mali

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).