October weather forecast
Gourcy, Burkina Faso

October

Weather in October

October exhibits a distinctive weather pattern, representing the cessation of the wet season. The drop in rainfall to six millimeters confirms the onset of drier days. The UV index, steady at 8, specifies the continued requirement for sun protection despite the change in season. Daylight duration shrinks to 11.8 hours, slightly reducing the time available for outdoor ventures. With the rainfall dwindling, Gourcy's evenings regain their peacefulness, despite the breeze steadily decreasing.

Temperature

As September transitions into October, Gourcy records an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 37.7°C (99.9°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month. October nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a moderately hot 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 34%.

Rainfall

October is the last month it rains. During 4.5 rainfall days, in October, Gourcy aggregates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gourcy, there are 59.9 rainfall days, and 221mm (8.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:42 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Gourcy is 8.1h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 8 suggests these recommendations:
Protection is paramount; otherwise, swift harm can come to the skin and eyes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in October?
The high-temperature in Gourcy during October is 37.7°C (99.9°F) and the low-temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 43°C (109.4°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In Gourcy, the average relative humidity in October is 34%.
What is the last month it rains?
October is the last month it rains. During 4.5 rainfall days, in October, Gourcy aggregates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Gourcy have in October?
The average day length in October is 11h and 50min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 17:42 GMT.
How long on average sun shines in October?
The average sunshine duration in October is 8.1h.
What is the UV index intensity in October?
In Gourcy, Burkina Faso, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
Average temperature in October
Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average high temperature in October: 37.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 26.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.3°C).

Average pressure in October - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
Average pressure in October
Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average pressure in October: 1009.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
Average wind speed in October
Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in October - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
Average humidity in October
Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average humidity in October: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (60%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (12%).

Average rainfall in October - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall in October
Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall in October: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (100mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
Average rainfall days in October
Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average rainfall days in October: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
Average sunshine days in October
Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average sunshine days in October: 25.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).

Average UV index in October - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
Average UV index in October
Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • Average UV index in October: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
Average cloud cover in October
Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • 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 November and December (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in October - Gourcy, Burkina Faso
Average visibility in October
Gourcy, Burkina Faso
  • 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).

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