October weather forecast
Ishiagu, Nigeria

October is a hot autumn month in Ishiagu, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between min 23°C (73.4°F) and max 30.9°C (87.6°F).

Temperature

The arrival of October is marked by an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), bearing a close resemblance to September. The low-temperature averages to a warm 23°C (73.4°F) during the nights of October.

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In Ishiagu, during October, the rain falls for 28 days and regularly aggregates up to 185mm (7.28") of precipitation. In Ishiagu, during the entire year, the rain falls for 261.6 days and collects up to 1553mm (61.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:10 WAT.

Sunshine

In Ishiagu, the average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ishiagu are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.