October weather forecast
Koungheul, Senegal

The weather of Koungheul in October maintains a constant climb towards the dry season. Rainfall levels recede significantly compared to September, leading to less cloud cover and more sunshine. As the city dries, the evenings become more comfortable with a drop in night temperatures. With the dry conditions reinstating, the high temperature soars to a substantial 37.4°C (99.3°F) with rainfall dropping sharply to 27mm (1.06").

Temperature

October marks a minor ascent in the average high-temperature, adjusting from September's hot 33.6°C (92.5°F) to a fiery hot 37.4°C (99.3°F). Koungheul, during the nights of October, registers a substantial plunge from the daytime high, averaging at a moderately hot 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 52°C (125.6°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 59%.

Rainfall

In Koungheul, Senegal, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Koungheul, there are 87.2 rainfall days, and 344mm (13.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Koungheul, Senegal, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:31 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.7h.

UV index

March through June and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 8 translates into the following recommendations:
Always use protective measures; unprotected skin might suffer damage in a short span. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.