October weather forecast
Catió, Guinea-Bissau

October brings a significant reduction in rainfall in Catió, marking the end of the wet season. Temperature starts ascending subtly, thereby, reviving warmer days. The increase in sunlight is accompanied by a lower percentage of cloud cover, making clear blue skies a familiar sight. The return of warm weather coincides with an upsurge of outdoor activities across the city. With the reduction in rainfall, humidity levels also descend gradually, making for pleasant temperatures during both day and night.

Temperature

At the start of October, Catió's average high-temperature reaches a still hot 33.5°C (92.3°F), subtly different from the preceding month. Throughout October, Catió anticipates an average low-temperature of 24.3°C (75.7°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is estimated at a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Catió, Guinea-Bissau, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Catió, in October, during 16.8 rainfall days, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Catió, there are 109.7 rainfall days, and 868mm (34.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Catió is 11h and 53min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of October, in Catió, Guinea-Bissau, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:36 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Catió is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Catió, Guinea-Bissau, are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during October morphs into the following directions:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.