October weather forecastBossou, Guinea

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Bossou, Guinea, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 19.6°C (67.3°F) and 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

Bossou starts October with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29°C (84.2°F), a minor shift from September's 27.4°C (81.3°F). Throughout October, Bossou anticipates an average low-temperature of 19.6°C (67.3°F).

Heat index

For October, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. 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 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Bossou, the average relative humidity in October is 88%.

Rainfall

In Bossou, during October, the rain falls for 27.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 197mm (7.76") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 256.4 rainfall days, and 1424mm (56.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 7.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during October translates into the following directions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 29°C (84.2°F) and 19.6°C (67.3°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in October is calculated to be 37°C (98.6°F).

In Bossou, the average relative humidity in October is 88%.

In October, the rain falls for 27.4 days. Throughout October, 197mm (7.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in October in Bossou is 11h and 57min.

On the first day of October in Bossou, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.

In Bossou, the average sunshine duration in October is 7.3h.

In Bossou, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Bossou, Guinea

  • Average high temperature in October: 29°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (34.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 19.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are April and May (21.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Bossou, Guinea

  • Average pressure in October: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Bossou, Guinea

  • Average wind speed in October: 3.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (5.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October and November (3.8km/h).

Average humidity in October
Bossou, Guinea

  • Average humidity in October: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (47%).

Average rainfall in October
Bossou, Guinea

  • Average rainfall in October: 197mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (250mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (3mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Bossou, Guinea

  • Average rainfall days in October: 27.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bossou, Guinea

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 7h and 18min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bossou, Guinea

  • Average sunshine days in October: 2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Bossou, Guinea

  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February and March (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Bossou, Guinea

  • Average cloud cover in October: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 14).

Average visibility in October
Bossou, Guinea

  • Average visibility in October: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6km).