October weather forecast
Sunyani, Ghana

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Weather in October

Entering October, Sunyani begins to witness a decrease in rainfall, indicating a transitional phase from the second rainy season to the upcoming dry period. The city's weather balances between sunny days and cooler nights, making it ideal for enjoying the great outdoors. An increased duration of daylight paves the way for residents to indulge in daytime activities without worrying about the weather. While rainfall levels continue to fall, the overall weather remains starkly different from the dry months. Bidding farewell to the last drops of rain, October carries a great relief for those looking forward to the drier months.

Temperature

Sunyani marks the arrival of October with an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), hardly different from September's 28.9°C (84°F). During October, the nighttime temperature averages to an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

For October, the heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 43°C (109.4°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.9 days and accumulates 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:48 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

January through April, 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 the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during October?

The high-temperature during October is 30.8°C (87.4°F) and the low-temperature is 21.5°C (70.7°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 43°C (109.4°F).

What is the average humidity in October?

In Sunyani, the average relative humidity in October is 87%.

What is the rainiest month?

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 25.9 days and accumulates 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in October?

In Sunyani, during October, the rain falls for 25.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in October?

In Sunyani, the average day length in October is 11h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 17:48 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Sunyani have in October?

The average sunshine duration in October in Sunyani is 5.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Sunyani, Ghana

Average temperature in October - Sunyani, Ghana
  • Average high temperature in October: 30.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (37°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 21.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (23.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Sunyani, Ghana

Average pressure in October - Sunyani, Ghana
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Sunyani, Ghana

Average wind speed in October - Sunyani, Ghana
  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in October
Sunyani, Ghana

Average humidity in October - Sunyani, Ghana
  • Average humidity in October: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (44%).

Average rainfall in October
Sunyani, Ghana

Average rainfall in October - Sunyani, Ghana
  • Average rainfall in October: 129mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (129mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (4mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Sunyani, Ghana

Average rainfall days in October - Sunyani, Ghana
  • Average rainfall days in October: 25.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sunyani, Ghana

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Sunyani, Ghana
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Sunyani, Ghana

Average sunshine days in October - Sunyani, Ghana
  • Average sunshine days in October: 2.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (2.9 days).

Average UV index in October
Sunyani, Ghana

Average UV index in October - Sunyani, Ghana
  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Sunyani, Ghana

Average cloud cover in October - Sunyani, Ghana
  • Average cloud cover in October: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Sunyani, Ghana

Average visibility in October - Sunyani, Ghana
  • Average visibility in October: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are January and February (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, September and October (6km).

Sunyani, Ghana

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