October weather forecastAbatete, Nigeria

Weather in October

October is a tropical autumn month in Abatete, Nigeria, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and an average low of 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in October for Abatete is a hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), staying closely aligned with September's conditions. During the nights in October, Abatete experiences a consistent average temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposing to direct sunshine may enhance heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are quite important for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Abatete, Nigeria, is 85%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 27.5 days. Throughout October, 153mm (6.02") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Abatete, there are 253.1 rainfall days, and 1279mm (50.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Abatete is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of October in Abatete, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:13 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In October, a daily UV index of 7 turns into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.