October weather forecastNdiop, Senegal

Weather in October

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

Temperature

October, with its average high-temperature of 37.2°C (99°F) and an average low-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F), holds the record as the warmest month.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is evaluated at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Ndiop, the average relative humidity in October is 51%.

Rainfall

In Ndiop, in October, it is raining for 3.9 days, with typically 10mm (0.39") of accumulated precipitation. In Ndiop, during the entire year, the rain falls for 46.6 days and collects up to 168mm (6.61") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ndiop, 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 Ndiop, sunrise is at 07:02 and sunset at 18:35 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Ndiop, Senegal, is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ndiop 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 the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 8 translates into these guidelines:
Always stay safe. Unprotected skin and eyes can get damaged rapidly. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.