October weather forecast
Gouécké, Guinea

October, like September, in Gouécké, Guinea, is another warm autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 19.6°C (67.3°F) and 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

Gouécké marks the arrival of October with an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), hardly different from September's 27.4°C (81.3°F). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 19.6°C (67.3°F) in October.

Heat index

For October, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 88%.

Rainfall

In Gouécké, 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 06:22 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.

Sunshine

In Gouécké, the average sunshine in October is 7.3h.

UV index

In Gouécké, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during October translates into the following directions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. 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. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.