October weather forecastZaniéna, Mali

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Zaniéna, Mali, is another tropical autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.3°C (93.7°F) and min 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Temperature

With October's advent, Zaniéna sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.3°C (93.7°F), subtly shifted from September's 31.4°C (88.5°F). Zaniéna witnesses an average low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) throughout the month of October.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is calculated to be an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of 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. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Zaniéna, in October, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.5 rainfall days, and 578mm (22.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Zaniéna, Mali, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of October, in Zaniéna, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:01 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Zaniéna is 9.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.