October weather forecastUmuozuo, Nigeria

Weather in October

October in Umuozuo, Nigeria, is a hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23°C (73.4°F) and 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in October for Umuozuo is a tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), staying closely aligned with September's conditions. In Umuozuo, the nighttime temperature averages to a warm 23°C (73.4°F) during October.

Heat index

During October, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 40°C (104°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Umuozuo, Nigeria, in October, it is raining for 30.4 days, with typically 236mm (9.29") of accumulated precipitation. In Umuozuo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 309.6 days and collects up to 1978mm (77.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:22. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:16 and sunset at 18:12 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.5h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in October leads to these recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.