October weather forecastTarrafal, Cape Verde
October
Weather in October
Tarrafal's October weather is characterized by a marked reduction in rainfall levels, plunging from September's noteworthy 50mm (1.97") to a tamer 40mm (1.57"). The atmospheric pressure begins to slowly recuperate from the month's wet conditions. Sunshine graces the city for more hours, contributing substantially to daylight activities, despite October's reduced daylight hours. Conditions start stabilizing as the month progresses, paving the way for November's transformations.Temperature
October, marked by an average high-temperature of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a low-temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F), is the warmest month.Heat index
October's mean heat index is evaluated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 77%.Rainfall
In October, in Tarrafal, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout October, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 54.1 rainfall days, and 149mm (5.87") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Tarrafal, Cape Verde, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 47min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of October, in Tarrafal, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:06 -01.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Tarrafal, Cape Verde, is 8.9h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Tarrafal, Cape Verde, are August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In October, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. 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. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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
Tarrafal, 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).
