October weather forecast
Ouidah, Benin

October carries on the warming trend started in September, with temperatures continuing to incline. The rainfall encounters a slight dip, averaging 79mm (3.11") over 22.7 days. Albeit being one of the rainiest months, October also enjoys 8.6 hours of sunshine. The humidity starts to decrease, inching towards its end-of-year nadir. As Ouidah bids farewell to the rainy season, the gusts of wind become less intense.

Temperature

October's beginning in Ouidah signals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), barely different from September's 28.2°C (82.8°F). Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature in Ouidah during October stays at a still warm 24.7°C (76.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 37°C (98.6°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels 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 extremely significant for children. 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 the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Ouidah is 82%.

Rainfall

In Ouidah, in October, it is raining for 22.7 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 220.8 rainfall days, and 678mm (26.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Ouidah is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:32 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.6h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in October translates into this advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.