October weather forecastKabou, Togo

Weather in October

October is a tropical autumn month in Kabou, Togo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.6°C (72.7°F) and 32.6°C (90.7°F).

Temperature

The beginning of October signals a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F) in September to a hot 32.6°C (90.7°F). In October, Kabou's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 22.6°C (72.7°F) during the night.

Heat index

The heat index value for October is appraised at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In Kabou, Togo, the average relative humidity in October is 70%.

Rainfall

In Kabou, in October, during 18.1 rainfall days, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kabou, Togo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 630mm (24.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Kabou is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of October in Kabou, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:34 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

In Kabou, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability 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:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.