October weather forecast
Kano, Nigeria

Being in the transitional phase, October in Kano, Nigeria carries a blend of warmth and light precipitations. With a scanty rainfall of 10mm (0.39"), the weather steers towards arid conditions. A noticeable decrease in the rainfall days to 1.2 indicates the imminent arrival of the dry season. The cityscape starts to don earthy hues with the notable decrease in humidity. The UV index drops no lower than 11, implying the need for continuing adequate protection when outdoors.

Temperature

The onset of October introduces a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, nudging from a hot 31°C (87.8°F) in September to a still tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Kano records a pronounced decline from the day's peak to an average nighttime low-temperature of 18.9°C (66°F) throughout October.

Rainfall

October is the last month it rains in Kano. During 1.2 rainfall days, in October, Kano aggregates 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kano, there are 49.5 rainfall days, and 696mm (27.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Kano is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of October in Kano, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:00 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.6h.

UV index

In Kano, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 11. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 11 during October translates into the following guidance:
Practice every essential safety step. People with fair skin could receive burns in fewer than 5 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Frequent reapplication of a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen is vital every two hours or directly after a swim or an outdoor workout.