October weather forecast
Bantanto, Senegal

October in Bantanto, Senegal, is a very hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°C (96.4°F) and 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Temperature

Bantanto's transition into October brings a slight rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a hot 32.1°C (89.8°F) in September to a torrid 35.8°C (96.4°F). Bantanto's nights during October are marked by a pronounced drop from daytime temperatures, experiencing an average low of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index for October is calculated to be a blazing hot 53°C (127.4°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Bantanto, during October, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. In Bantanto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 107.8 days and collects up to 540mm (21.26") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 18:46. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:50 and sunset at 18:30 GMT.

Sunshine

In Bantanto, the average sunshine in October is 9.5h.

UV index

In Bantanto, Senegal, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.