October weather forecast
Kankossa, Mauritania

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Weather in October

October brings back the dry spell to Kankossa, Mauritania with a noticeable reduction in rainfall from September. Despite higher temperatures compared to September, October days are pleasant and comfortable, free from the intense heat and rainfall of earlier months. The UV index stays at 8, suggesting a moderately strong sun. The softly gusting winds create a refreshing change, making daytime less harsh and more bearable. Visibility remains crystal clear scoring a perfect 10 km, making it an ideal time for sightseeing and tourism.

Temperature

October is marked by an average high-temperature of a still very hot 38.9°C (102°F), almost identical to the preceding month. October nights in Kankossa observe an average temperature dip to a warm 28°C (82.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 23%.

Rainfall

October is the last month it rains. During 3.4 rainfall days, in October, Kankossa aggregates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 39.7 rainfall days, and 116mm (4.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kankossa, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:16 GMT.

Sunshine

April, June and October, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

In Kankossa, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 8 during October leads to these advisories:
Always be cautious. Skin and eyes can be affected swiftly without protection. 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. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Kankossa in October?

The high-temperature, in October, in Kankossa, is 38.9°C (102°F), while the low-temperature averages to 28°C (82.4°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 44°C (111.2°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Kankossa?

In October, the average relative humidity in Kankossa, Mauritania, is 23%.

What is the last month it rains in Kankossa?

October is the last month it rains in Kankossa, Mauritania. During 3.4 rainfall days, in October, Kankossa aggregates 6mm (0.24") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in October in Kankossa?

In Kankossa, the average day length in October is 11h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Kankossa?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:16 GMT.

What is the month with the most sunshine in Kankossa?

The months with the most sunshine in Kankossa are April, June and October, with an average of 9.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in October in Kankossa?

In Kankossa, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Kankossa?

In Kankossa, Mauritania, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in October
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average temperature in October - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average high temperature in October: 38.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are May and June (42.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 28°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (30.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16°C).

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Average pressure in October
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average pressure in October - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average pressure in October: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average wind speed in October - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average wind speed in October: 11km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average humidity in October - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average humidity in October: 23%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (44%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (14%).

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Average rainfall in October
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average rainfall in October - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall in October: 6mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (63mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average rainfall days in October - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average rainfall days in October: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.1 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are April, June and October (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are August and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average sunshine days in October - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average sunshine days in October: 25.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.5 days).

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Average UV index in October
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average UV index in October - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average UV index in October: 8

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in October
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average cloud cover in October - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • Average cloud cover in October: 11

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

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Average visibility in October
Kankossa, Mauritania

Average visibility in October - Kankossa, Mauritania
  • 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).

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