October weather forecast
Tonkolele, Sierra Leone

October in Tonkolele, Sierra Leone, is a hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°C (87.1°F) and 22.2°C (72°F).

Temperature

Transitioning from September to October, Tonkolele observes an average high-temperature of a hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), differing subtly from the previous month. An average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F) is common in Tonkolele, Sierra Leone, during the nights of October.

Heat index

The heat index for October is computed to be a scorching 43°C (109.4°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for 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.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In Tonkolele, the average relative humidity in October is 90%.

Rainfall

In October, in Tonkolele, the rain falls for 28.5 days. Throughout October, 185mm (7.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In Tonkolele, during the entire year, the rain falls for 225.8 days and collects up to 1471mm (57.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Tonkolele, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of October, in Tonkolele, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 18:24 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Tonkolele is 6.9h.

UV index

In Tonkolele, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.