October weather forecast
Banamba, Mali

October brings a significant shift back to drier conditions in Banamba. Of note is the stark reduction in rainfall, plummeting to just 23mm (0.91") from September's 82mm (3.23"). Months-long high humidity levels also observe a gradual drop, marking a clear transition to the dry season. Come October, Banamba begins to revert to familiar weather patterns of low rainfall and moderate temperature days.

Temperature

The shift into October is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a hot 32.5°C (90.5°F) in September to a sweltering 35.7°C (96.3°F). Despite the intense daytime heat, Banamba sustains a steady low-temperature average of 23.2°C (73.8°F) during October.

Heat index

For October, the heat index is estimated at a blistering 43°C (109.4°F). Observe: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is on the horizon with prolonged exertion.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. 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. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 52%.

Rainfall

In Banamba, during October, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation. In Banamba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 79.9 days and collects up to 400mm (15.75") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:02 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.6h.

UV index

In Banamba, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.