October weather forecastBagaya, Senegal
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, in Bagaya, Senegal, is another tropical autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.9°C (76.8°F) and an average high of 33.9°C (93°F).Temperature
Bagaya's shift from September to October is accompanied by an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.9°C (93°F), a slight deviation from 31.2°C (88.2°F). Bagaya records an average low of 24.9°C (76.8°F) throughout the nights in October.Heat index
The heat index in October is estimated at a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Mindful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are to be expected. Extended physical effort might result in heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.
Humidity
In Bagaya, the average relative humidity in October is 73%.Rainfall
In Bagaya, Senegal, in October, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 55mm (2.17") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bagaya, there are 107.1 rainfall days, and 617mm (24.29") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 51min.On the first day of October in Bagaya, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:39 GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October is 9.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Bagaya are January through July, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In October, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Bagaya, Senegal
- Average high temperature in October: 33.9°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are March and April (38.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.3°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 24.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.6°C).
Average pressure in October
Bagaya, Senegal
- Average pressure in October: 1011.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.1mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Bagaya, Senegal
- Average wind speed in October: 8.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.1km/h).
Average humidity in October
Bagaya, Senegal
- Average humidity in October: 73%
The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (22%).
Average rainfall in October
Bagaya, Senegal
- Average rainfall in October: 55mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (228mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Bagaya, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in October: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bagaya, Senegal
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
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, April and May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in October
Bagaya, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in October: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Bagaya, Senegal
- Average UV index in October: 7
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Bagaya, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in October: 23
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in October
Bagaya, Senegal
- 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).
