October weather forecast
Bante, Benin

Traditional celebrations marked by the harvest grace the city in October. Bante becomes vibrant with the reduced rainfall and increasing temperatures. Despite the approaching end of the year, the cool climate encourages outdoor socializing and activities. Plenty of sunshine and longer daylight durations enhance the city's lively rhythm. Night cools off beautifully, with a moderate breeze adding to the festive aura.

Temperature

Bante, Benin, experiences an average high-temperature of a tropical 32.4°C (90.3°F) in October, subtly different from September's 29.5°C (85.1°F). During October, the average low-temperature is a pleasant 22°C (71.6°F).

Heat index

October's average heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The influence of weather is personal, differing among a variety of individuals based on differences in body mass, stature, and the level of physical activity. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical 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 human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Bante, during October, the rain falls for 22.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 103mm (4.06") of precipitation. In Bante, Benin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.8 days and collects up to 831mm (32.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:41 and sunset at 18:30 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In Bante, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests these recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.