October weather forecast
Gabu, Guinea-Bissau

October marks weather improvements in Gabu with a substantial reduction in rainfall to 184mm (7.24"). Bright and sunny days become more frequent as the month progresses. The prolonged evenings, thanks to the increased daylight hours, mark the city's gradual transition to the dry season. While the temperature is steady, the reduced rainfall and higher sunshine hours are indicators of a more stable weather pattern that locals and visitors can enjoy.

Temperature

The advent of October signifies a minor shift to an average high-temperature of a still hot 32°C (89.6°F), aligning closely with September. Throughout the nights in October, Gabu experiences an average low-temperature of 22°C (71.6°F).

Rainfall

In Gabu, in October, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 184mm (7.24") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gabu, there are 80 rainfall days, and 1426mm (56.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of October, in Gabu, sunrise is at 06:49 and sunset at 18:31 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Gabu is 7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 11. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, a regular UV index of 11 translates into these guidelines:
Employ all crucial safeguards, unprotected skin could burn rapidly. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. After a swim or outdoor exercise, one should liberally reapply broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor of 30 or higher.