October weather forecastAkabo, Nigeria

Weather in October

October is a hot autumn month in Akabo, Nigeria, with temperature in the range of an average high of 30.5°C (86.9°F) and an average low of 23°C (73.4°F).

Temperature

Akabo, Nigeria, experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a tropical 30.5°C (86.9°F) in October, closely aligned with September's 28.9°C (84°F). Throughout the month of October, Akabo witnesses an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

In October, the heat index is calculated to be a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', provides an understanding of perceived warmth by combining temperature and relative humidity. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. 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 highly critical 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.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. 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. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 87%.

Rainfall

In Akabo, Nigeria, in October, it is raining for 30.4 days, with typically 190mm (7.48") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 283.6 rainfall days, and 1467mm (57.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:13 WAT.

Sunshine

In Akabo, the average sunshine in October is 6.5h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in October translates into this advice:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.