Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Poundioum registers the highest average temperatures during the month of October, with peaks of 37.2°C (99°F) and lows of 26.4°C (79.5°F).Heat index
In October, the heat index is estimated at a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Mind: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke can develop with continued physical activity.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. 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. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases 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. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Poundioum is 51%.Rainfall
In October, in Poundioum, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout October, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.6 rainfall days, and 168mm (6.61") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Poundioum, Senegal, is 11h and 47min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:36 GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Poundioum, Senegal, is 9.8h.UV index
September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 8 leads to the following instructions:
Always take safety measures. The skin and eyes are at risk if left exposed. 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. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Poundioum, Senegal
- Average high temperature in October: 37.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (37.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.8°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 26.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (26.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.2°C).
Average pressure in October
Poundioum, Senegal
- Average pressure in October: 1010.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (1010.7mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Poundioum, Senegal
- Average wind speed in October: 13.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (11.9km/h).
Average humidity in October
Poundioum, Senegal
- Average humidity in October: 51%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (68%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (22%).
Average rainfall in October
Poundioum, Senegal
- Average rainfall in October: 10mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (68mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, May and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Poundioum, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in October: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.2 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Poundioum, Senegal
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Poundioum, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in October: 26.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.7 days).
Average UV index in October
Poundioum, Senegal
- Average UV index in October: 8
The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Poundioum, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in October: 13
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in October
Poundioum, Senegal
- Average visibility in October: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
Poundioum, Senegal
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