October weather forecastKoure, Senegal
October
Weather in October
October is a very hot autumn month in Koure, Senegal, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°C (99°F) and 26.4°C (79.5°F).Temperature
October is the month when Koure's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 37.2°C (99°F) and lows of 26.4°C (79.5°F).Heat index
October's average heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
In Koure, Senegal, the average relative humidity in October is 51%.Rainfall
In Koure, during October, the rain falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Koure, Senegal, there are 47.2 rainfall days, and 182mm (7.17") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
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 18:54. On the last day of October, in Koure, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:36 GMT.
Sunshine
In Koure, the average sunshine in October is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Koure 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 rays for the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 8 in October transforms into the following instructions:
Being careless can result in skin and eye damage. Always take the necessary safety measures. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Koure, 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 months with the highest average low temperature are September and October (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.2°C).
Average pressure in October
Koure, 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
Koure, 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 (12.2km/h).
Average humidity in October
Koure, 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
Koure, 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
Koure, 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
Koure, 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
Koure, 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
Koure, 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
Koure, 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
Koure, 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).
