October weather forecastIguasa, Nigeria

Weather in October

October in Iguasa, Nigeria, is a tropical autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.1°C (73.6°F) and max 31.5°C (88.7°F).

Temperature

Iguasa's October reports an average high-temperature of a tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F), exhibiting a minor difference from September. Iguasa usually reports an average low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) during the month of October.

Heat index

The heat index value during October is appraised at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 86%.

Rainfall

In Iguasa, in October, during 28.6 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 273.5 rainfall days, and 1188mm (46.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Iguasa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:18 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.7h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during October translates into the following guidance:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.