October weather forecastKanene, Senegal

October

Weather in October

October in Kanene, Senegal, is a very hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.4°C (79.5°F) and an average high of 37.2°C (99°F).

Temperature

The warmest period tends to be October, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 37.2°C (99°F) and a low of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Heat index

October's mean heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 47°C (116.6°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 51%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 3.9 days. Throughout October, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 46.6 rainfall days, and 168mm (6.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Kanene, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 47min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of October, in Kanene, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:37 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kanene 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 average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 in October translates into this advice:
Act with urgency in protecting yourself. Without it, skin and eyes can be harmed in no time. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Kanene, the average highest temperatures are observed in October, with a high of 37.2°C (99°F) and a low of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

In October, in Kanene, the average high-temperature is 37.2°C (99°F), and the average low-temperature is 26.4°C (79.5°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 47°C (116.6°F).

The average relative humidity in October is 51%.

In Kanene, in October, during 3.9 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In October, the average day length is 11h and 47min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:37 GMT.

In Kanene, 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.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

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
Kanene, 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
Kanene, 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
Kanene, 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
Kanene, 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
Kanene, 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
Kanene, 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
Kanene, 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 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
Kanene, 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
Kanene, 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
Kanene, 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
Kanene, 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).