October weather forecast
Maitama, Nigeria

October introduces more comfortable weather with less frequent rain showers, making it more pleasant and inviting. As humidity continues to decrease, the warmth also notably subsides. This month also witnesses an increase in the average number of sunshine hours and sunshine days. The daylight duration also tends to rise compared to September. The temperatures lie in a comfortable bracket of 22.3°C (72.1°F) to 31.4°C (88.5°F) making the city a warm and welcoming place.

Temperature

The arrival of October marks a slight shift to an average high-temperature of a hot 31.4°C (88.5°F) from September's 28.9°C (84°F). Maitama's average low-temperature during October nights is observed to be an agreeable 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

October's average heat index is evaluated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In Maitama, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Maitama, during October, the rain falls for 18.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 58mm (2.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.7 rainfall days, and 874mm (34.41") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Maitama, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:07 WAT.

Sunshine

In Maitama, the average sunshine in October is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.