October weather forecastSal, Cape Verde

October
Weather in October
October entails a shift from the warm September to moderately cool conditions. The maximum temperature curb at 26.7°C (80.1°F) resonates with the pleasant outdoors and the lively island culture. After the departure of the September showers, the weather assumes a balanced profile. Continuation of the pleasant weather persists into November, accompanied by a decrease in rainfall, culminating in the onset of winter.Temperature
In Sal, the average temperatures in October are the highest, with a peak at 26.7°C (80.1°F) and a low of 25.9°C (78.6°F).Humidity
In Sal, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.Rainfall
In Sal, in October, during 2.8 rainfall days, 11mm (0.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.7 rainfall days, and 90mm (3.54") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Sal, the average seawater temperature in October is 26°C (78.8°F).Note: Water activities in temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable even during extended periods.
Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 11h and 46min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:01 -01.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 8.8h.UV index
September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. 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. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Alert! UV radiation becomes sharper due to reflections from sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Sal, Cape Verde
- Average high temperature in October: 26.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (21.6°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 25.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is September (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (20.6°C).
Average pressure in October
Sal, Cape Verde
- Average pressure in October: 1013.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1013mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Sal, Cape Verde
- Average wind speed in October: 22.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (30.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (17.9km/h).
Average humidity in October
Sal, Cape Verde
- Average humidity in October: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (72%).
Average rainfall in October
Sal, Cape Verde
- Average rainfall in October: 11mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (35mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Sal, Cape Verde
- Average rainfall days in October: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1 days).
Average sea temperature in October
Sal, Cape Verde
- Average sea temperature in October: 26°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (27°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and May (22°C).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sal, Cape Verde
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 48min
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: 8h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Sal, Cape Verde
- Average sunshine days in October: 27 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (18.9 days).
Average UV index in October
Sal, Cape Verde
- Average UV index in October: 7
The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Sal, Cape Verde
- Average cloud cover in October: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).
Average visibility in October
Sal, 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).





