October weather forecastPeche, Guinea-Bissau

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Peche, Guinea-Bissau, is another tropical autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 25.6°C (78.1°F) and 33.6°C (92.5°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into October, Peche experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.6°C (92.5°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Peche encounters an average low-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F) during October nights.

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 46°C (114.8°F). Warning: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke is a risk with ongoing activity.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Peche, Guinea-Bissau, in October, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 103.1 rainfall days, and 677mm (26.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Peche, Guinea-Bissau, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:38 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.2h.

UV index

January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Peche. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 33.6°C (92.5°F) and a low-temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 46°C (114.8°F).

The average relative humidity in October in Peche, Guinea-Bissau, is 72%.

In October, in Peche, Guinea-Bissau, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout October, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

In October, the average day length in Peche is 11h and 52min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, in Peche, Guinea-Bissau, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:38 GMT.

In Peche, Guinea-Bissau, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.2h.

The months with the highest UV index in Peche are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Peche, Guinea-Bissau, is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Peche, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average high temperature in October: 33.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (37.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (29.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 25.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.2°C).

Average pressure in October
Peche, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average pressure in October: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Peche, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average wind speed in October: 8.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Peche, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (26%).

Average rainfall in October
Peche, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average rainfall in October: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (254mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Peche, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average rainfall days in October: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Peche, 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: 9h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are March and April (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Peche, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Peche, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Peche, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average cloud cover in October: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in October
Peche, Guinea-Bissau

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).