October weather forecastRibeira da Barca, Cape Verde
October
Weather in October
October brings striking changes in Ribeira da Barca's weather, with temperatures dropping and rainfall reducing to 40mm (1.57"). The cloud coverage lessens significantly, giving way to clear skies and longer sunlit hours across the day. Although winds pick up a slight pace, the decrease in both temperature and rainfall outweighs this effect, making October a preferred touring month. The mix of sunny, somewhat cloudy days, and largely rain-free evenings provides leisure seekers ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits and explorations.Temperature
October, recording an average high temperature of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a low temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F), is Ribeira da Barca's warmest month.Heat index
October's mean heat index is evaluated at a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.Records show heat index calculations are tailored for shaded regions and mild winds. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Humidity
In Ribeira da Barca, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.Rainfall
In Ribeira da Barca, in October, it is raining for 7.1 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation. In Ribeira da Barca, during the entire year, the rain falls for 54.1 days and collects up to 149mm (5.87") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 47min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:06 -01.
Sunshine
In Ribeira da Barca, the average sunshine in October is 8.9h.UV index
August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in October translates into this advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
- Average high temperature in October: 28.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (28.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are February and March (23.7°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 25.8°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (20.9°C).
Average pressure in October
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
- Average pressure in October: 1012.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1012.5mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
- Average wind speed in October: 17.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14km/h).
Average humidity in October
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
- Average humidity in October: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).
Average rainfall in October
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
- Average rainfall in October: 40mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (50mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, March and May (1mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
- Average rainfall days in October: 7.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.7 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in October: 8h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
- Average sunshine days in October: 22.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and May (29.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.1 days).
Average UV index in October
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
- Average UV index in October: 7
The months with the highest UV index are August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
- Average cloud cover in October: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in October
Ribeira da Barca, Cape Verde
- 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).
