October weather forecastGaye, Senegal
October weather for Gaye, Senegal: October is a sweltering autumn month in Gaye, Senegal, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.9°C (100.2°F) and min 25.5°C (77.9°F). April through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Gaye, Senegal.
October
Weather in October
October is a sweltering autumn month in Gaye, Senegal, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.9°C (100.2°F) and min 25.5°C (77.9°F).Temperature
Observing a slight rise in October, the average high-temperature shifts from September's tropical 34.4°C (93.9°F) to a torrid 37.9°C (100.2°F). A noteworthy thermal contrast characterizes Gaye's October nights, with temperatures averaging at a moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F).Heat index
The heat index value during October is computed to be a life-threatening hot 50°C (122°F). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Gaye is 53%.Rainfall
In Gaye, in October, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 19mm (0.75") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 68 rainfall days, and 285mm (11.22") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Gaye is 11h and 48min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:58 and sunset at 18:34 GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in October in Gaye, Senegal, is 9.8h.UV index
April through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 8 during October morphs into the following directions:
Take special precautions, as unprotected skin can be damaged and can burn quickly. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Gaye, Senegal
- Average high temperature in October: 37.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (34°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 25.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°C).
Average pressure in October
Gaye, Senegal
- Average pressure in October: 1010.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.2mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Gaye, Senegal
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in October
Gaye, Senegal
- Average humidity in October: 53%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (18%).
Average rainfall in October
Gaye, Senegal
- Average rainfall in October: 19mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (121mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Gaye, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Gaye, Senegal
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 18min).
- 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: 7h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Gaye, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in October: 22.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10 days).
Average UV index in October
Gaye, Senegal
- Average UV index in October: 8
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, September and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, July, August, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in October
Gaye, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in October: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in October
Gaye, 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).
