October weather forecastBil, Senegal

October

Weather in October

October in Bil, Senegal, is a sweltering autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 37.5°C (99.5°F) and an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

October's onset brings a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a tropical 33.9°C (93°F) in September to a sweltering 37.5°C (99.5°F). A marked difference from the daytime temperatures, Bil's nighttime temperature falls to an average low of 25.3°C (77.5°F) in October.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is appraised at a blazing hot 52°C (125.6°F). Stay wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Heatstroke can ensue from extended effort.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In Bil, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Bil, in October, during 8.3 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 75.6 rainfall days, and 317mm (12.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:37 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through June and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 8 suggests this advice:
Being careless can result in skin and eye damage. Always take the necessary safety measures. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.5°C (99.5°F) and a low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 52°C (125.6°F).

The average relative humidity in October in Bil is 58%.

In Bil, during October, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.

In Bil, the average day length in October is 11h and 49min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:37 GMT.

The average sunshine duration in October is 9.7h.

March through June and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Bil, Senegal

  • Average high temperature in October: 37.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (33.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 25.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Bil, Senegal

  • Average pressure in October: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Bil, Senegal

  • Average wind speed in October: 8.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (13.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are September and October (8.6km/h).

Average humidity in October
Bil, Senegal

  • Average humidity in October: 58%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (16%).

Average rainfall in October
Bil, Senegal

  • Average rainfall in October: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (128mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Bil, Senegal

  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and December (0.2 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Bil, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in October
Bil, Senegal

  • Average sunshine days in October: 21.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Bil, Senegal

  • Average UV index in October: 8

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

Average cloud cover in October
Bil, Senegal

  • Average cloud cover in October: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in October
Bil, Senegal

  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).