October weather forecast
Mpoti, Togo

October offers a distinct feeling of freshness, as humidity and rainfall decline markedly in Mpoti. A significant drop in precipitation, logging 137mm (5.39") across the month, underscores this change. Sunshine hours start to increase steadily again, painting more clear days. Despite the receding rains, the cloud coverage reduces slowly, maintaining a picturesque skyline. As the gusts pick up, raising the wind speed to 5.1km/h (3.2mph), October is a breath of fresh air after the damp summer.

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a hot 31.6°C (88.9°F) marks October, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in September. The average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F) is witnessed during October.

Heat index

The heat index value during October is computed to be a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant 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.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mpoti, during October, the rain falls for 24.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation. In Mpoti, during the entire year, the rain falls for 227.3 days and collects up to 958mm (37.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:35 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.5h.

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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.