October weather forecastPataque, Guinea-Bissau
October
Weather in October
October, like September, is another tropical autumn month in Pataque, Guinea-Bissau, with an average temperature ranging between max 32.5°C (90.5°F) and min 23.3°C (73.9°F).Temperature
The transition into October reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.5°C (90.5°F), mirroring a close resemblance to September. Pataque, during October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.3°C (73.9°F).Heat index
For most parts of October, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Pataque is 83%.Rainfall
In Pataque, in October, it is raining for 25.7 days, with typically 101mm (3.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 165.4 rainfall days, and 1099mm (43.27") 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 06:44 and sunset at 18:45. On the last day of October, in Pataque, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 18:30 GMT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Pataque is 8.3h.UV index
January through May, 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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Pataque, Guinea-Bissau
- Average high temperature in October: 32.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.7°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 23.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.8°C).
Average pressure in October
Pataque, Guinea-Bissau
- Average pressure in October: 1011.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and April (1010.3mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Pataque, Guinea-Bissau
- Average wind speed in October: 4.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.5km/h).
Average humidity in October
Pataque, Guinea-Bissau
- Average humidity in October: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (44%).
Average rainfall in October
Pataque, Guinea-Bissau
- Average rainfall in October: 101mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (367mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Pataque, Guinea-Bissau
- Average rainfall days in October: 25.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Pataque, Guinea-Bissau
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in October: 8h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are January, February and March (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in October
Pataque, Guinea-Bissau
- Average sunshine days in October: 2.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1 days).
Average UV index in October
Pataque, Guinea-Bissau
- Average UV index in October: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Pataque, Guinea-Bissau
- Average cloud cover in October: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 9).
Average visibility in October
Pataque, Guinea-Bissau
- Average visibility in October: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).
