October weather forecastLampsar, Senegal
October
Weather in October
October is a sweltering autumn month in Lampsar, Senegal, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°C (99°F) and 26.4°C (79.5°F).Temperature
In Lampsar, the month of October registers the highest temperatures, averaging 37.2°C (99°F) at the peak and 26.4°C (79.5°F) at the lowest.Heat index
During October, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Beware: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are very likely. Heatstroke is imminent with prolonged activity.Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle 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 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for 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 prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
In Lampsar, the average relative humidity in October is 51%.Rainfall
In Lampsar, in October, during 3.9 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lampsar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 46.6 days and collects up to 168mm (6.61") of precipitation.Daylight
In Lampsar, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 46min.On the first day of October in Lampsar, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:35 GMT.
Sunshine
In Lampsar, the average sunshine in October 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 of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 8 transforms into these recommendations:
Immediate care is essential; skin and eyes can be harmed in no time without it. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Lampsar, 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
Lampsar, 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
Lampsar, 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
Lampsar, 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
Lampsar, 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
Lampsar, 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
Lampsar, 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
Lampsar, 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
Lampsar, 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
Lampsar, 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
Lampsar, 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).
