October weather forecastGantour, Senegal

October

Weather in October

October is a very hot autumn month in Gantour, Senegal, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.4°C (79.5°F) and max 37.2°C (99°F).

Temperature

Gantour registers the highest average temperatures during the month of October, with peaks of 37.2°C (99°F) and lows of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for October is estimated at a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Be cautious: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a possible consequence of continuous physical effort.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. 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.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Gantour is 51%.

Rainfall

In Gantour, during October, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In Gantour, Senegal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 46.6 days and collects up to 168mm (6.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:36 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 8 in October transforms into this advice:
Ensure safety measures are in place, as skin and eyes are vulnerable to quick damage. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

October is the warmest month in Gantour, with an average high-temperature of 37.2°C (99°F) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

The high-temperature in Gantour during October is 37.2°C (99°F) and the low-temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in October is estimated at 47°C (116.6°F).

In Gantour, Senegal, the average relative humidity in October is 51%.

In Gantour, during October, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation.

The average day length in October is 11h and 47min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, in Gantour, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:36 GMT.

In Gantour, Senegal, the average sunshine duration in October is 9.8h.

The months with the highest UV index are September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

In Gantour, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

34.5°C

37.2°C

35.9°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.6km/h

14.6km/h

15.5km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.9

26.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Gantour, Senegal

Average high temperature in October: 37.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (37.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.8°C).

Average low temperature in October: 26.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (26.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.2°C).

Average pressure in October
Gantour, Senegal

Average pressure in October: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and May (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Gantour, Senegal

Average wind speed in October: 13.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (11.9km/h).

Average humidity in October
Gantour, Senegal

Average humidity in October: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (68%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (22%).

Average rainfall in October
Gantour, Senegal

Average rainfall in October: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (68mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, May and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Gantour, Senegal

Average rainfall days in October: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.2 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gantour, Senegal

Average daylight in October: 11h and 48min

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 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Gantour, Senegal

Average sunshine days in October: 26.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.7 days).

Average UV index in October
Gantour, Senegal

Average UV index in October: 8

The months with the highest UV index are September and October (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in October
Gantour, Senegal

Average cloud cover in October: 13

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in October
Gantour, Senegal

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).