October weather forecast
Bambali, The Gambia

October in Bambali marks the arrival of the dry spell, as the rainy season wraps up. A plunge in rainfall down to 27mm (1.06") paired with diminishing cloud coverage distinctly conveys the weather shift. The humidity begins to recede, casting away the dampness and bringing back dryness. Despite the transition, the temperature continues to uphold the tropical warmth. The lengthened sunshine hours manage to maintain the vivacity of daylight, permitting ample time for outdoor pursuits.

Temperature

The average high-temperature mildly increases in October, edging from a hot 33.6°C (92.5°F) in September to a sweltering 37.4°C (99.3°F). During the nights in October, Bambali records a pronounced shift from the daytime warmth, with a consistent average temperature of 24.6°C (76.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in October is estimated at a life-threatening hot 52°C (125.6°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. 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 particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Bambali is 59%.

Rainfall

In Bambali, in October, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. In Bambali, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.2 days and collects up to 344mm (13.54") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:34 GMT.

Sunshine

In Bambali, 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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 8 in October translates into these instructions:
Take important precautions because unprotected skin can burn and be harmed swiftly. 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. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.