October weather forecastBur Mayo, Kenya

October

Weather in October

October, like September, is another hot autumn month in Bur Mayo, Kenya, with an average temperature varying between 24.4°C (75.9°F) and 33.1°C (91.6°F).

Temperature

Bur Mayo starts October with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.1°C (91.6°F), staying steady with the temperature in September. Bur Mayo, in October, witnesses an average low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Heat index

October's heat index is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In Bur Mayo, the average relative humidity in October is 55%.

Rainfall

In Bur Mayo, in October, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 106.2 rainfall days, and 366mm (14.41") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bur Mayo, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 3min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:03 EAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 8.3h.

UV index

March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during October leads to these instructions:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in October, in Bur Mayo, is 33.1°C (91.6°F), while the low-temperature averages to 24.4°C (75.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in October is estimated at 38°C (100.4°F).

In October, the average relative humidity in Bur Mayo, Kenya, is 55%.

In Bur Mayo, in October, during 12.6 rainfall days, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In October, the average day length is 12h and 3min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:05 and sunset at 18:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:03 EAT.

In Bur Mayo, the average sunshine duration in October is 8.3h.

The months with the lowest UV index are March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Bur Mayo, Kenya

  • Average high temperature in October: 33.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (31.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 24.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.4°C).

Average pressure in October
Bur Mayo, Kenya

  • Average pressure in October: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Bur Mayo, Kenya

  • Average wind speed in October: 19.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (25.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (13.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Bur Mayo, Kenya

  • Average humidity in October: 55%

The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (41%).

Average rainfall in October
Bur Mayo, Kenya

  • Average rainfall in October: 67mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (97mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Bur Mayo, Kenya

  • Average rainfall days in October: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.3 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bur Mayo, Kenya

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 8h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bur Mayo, Kenya

  • Average sunshine days in October: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and November (6.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Bur Mayo, Kenya

  • Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January and February (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).

Average cloud cover in October
Bur Mayo, Kenya

  • Average cloud cover in October: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in October
Bur Mayo, Kenya

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

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