October weather forecastOku, Nigeria

Weather in October

October is a hot autumn month in Oku, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°C (86.7°F) and 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

Welcoming October, Oku notes an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), nearly consistent with September's 28.7°C (83.7°F). Throughout October, an average low-temperature of 22.9°C (73.2°F) is experienced.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is computed to be a blisteringly hot 41°C (105.8°F). Exercise special caution, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Prolonged activity may induce heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. 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 body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

In Oku, the average relative humidity in October is 85%.

Rainfall

In October, in Oku, the rain falls for 29.5 days. Throughout October, 261mm (10.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Oku, during the entire year, the rain falls for 299.7 days and collects up to 2126mm (83.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Oku, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:13 and sunset at 18:10 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.