October weather forecast
Koussane, Mali

October in Koussane, Mali, is a fiery hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 26°C (78.8°F) and 38.2°C (100.8°F).

Temperature

The shift into October brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a tropical 34.6°C (94.3°F) in September to a very hot 38.2°C (100.8°F). Marked by a significant temperature drop from daytime highs, the average nighttime temperature in Koussane, Mali, lowers to a moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F) throughout October.

Heat index

The heat index value during October is computed to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Be alert: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a threat with sustained physical activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. 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 extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Koussane, in October, during 5.7 rainfall days, 8mm (0.31") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Koussane, during the entire year, the rain falls for 64.9 days and collects up to 273mm (10.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Koussane, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:16 GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Koussane is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
Skin and eyes are vulnerable without protection. Ensure you always take precautions. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.