October weather forecastOpobo, Nigeria

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Opobo, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.9°C (75°F) and max 28.7°C (83.7°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still warm 28.7°C (83.7°F) marks October, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in September. Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature during October stays at a still moderately hot 23.9°C (75°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is estimated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important 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.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Opobo is 83%.

Rainfall

In Opobo, in October, it is raining for 28.1 days, with typically 179mm (7.05") of accumulated precipitation. In Opobo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 300.7 days and collects up to 1894mm (74.57") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:12 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Opobo is 7.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during October translates into the following guidance:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.