October weather forecast
Mande, Senegal

October is a very hot autumn month in Mande, Senegal, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.5°C (99.5°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

Mande's weather in October shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from September's tropical 33.8°C (92.8°F) to a torrid 37.5°C (99.5°F). Throughout October, Mande braces for a considerable drop from daytime highs, with an average low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index for October is calculated to be a burning hot 52°C (125.6°F). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. 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. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In Mande, the average relative humidity in October is 58%.

Rainfall

In Mande, during October, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. In Mande, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76.3 days and collects up to 340mm (13.39") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 49min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:36 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

March through June 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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 8 transforms into the following instructions:
Refrain from exposing skin and eyes. Without protection, they can get damaged rapidly. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.