November weather forecast
Bedanda, Guinea-Bissau

November marks the end of the rainy season in Bedanda, with a steep decline in rainfall. A decrease in cloud cover, coupled with stable daylight and brighter sunshine hours, creates a pleasant atmosphere. The temperature sees a marginal increase, making the weather increasingly warm, and wind speeds remain constant. November observes the lowest rainfall since May, at 13mm (0.51"), with a temperature high of 35°C (95°F) and a significant drop in relative humidity to 61%.

Temperature

November in Bedanda notes an average high-temperature of a torrid 35°C (95°F), subtly differing from October's 33.5°C (92.3°F). Nightly average temperatures in November reveal a significant dip from daytime highs in Bedanda, registering a consistent a moderately hot 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

In November, the heat index is evaluated at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids frequently ignore the importance of taking a break and rehydrating. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during long-lasting physical activities.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

November is the last month it rains in Bedanda. During 3.3 rainfall days, in November, Bedanda aggregates 13mm (0.51") of precipitation. In Bedanda, Guinea-Bissau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.7 days and collects up to 868mm (34.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bedanda, Guinea-Bissau, the average length of the day in November is 11h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:34 GMT.

Sunshine

In November, the average sunshine in Bedanda is 9.6h.

UV index

January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in November interprets into the following advice:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.