October weather forecastOuada, Senegal
October
Weather in October
October is a fiery hot autumn month in Ouada, Senegal, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.5°C (77.9°F) and 37.9°C (100.2°F).Temperature
Ouada's transition into October is marked by a minor temperature shift, moving from a tropical 34.4°C (93.9°F) in September to a sweltering 37.9°C (100.2°F). Nighttime temperatures exhibit a substantial dip from daytime highs during October, averaging at a moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F).Heat index
During October, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. 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. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.
Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 53%.Rainfall
In Ouada, Senegal, in October, during 6.8 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 68 rainfall days, and 285mm (11.22") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in October in Ouada is 11h and 48min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:53 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:59 and sunset at 18:36 GMT.
Sunshine
In Ouada, the average sunshine in October is 9.8h.UV index
April through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Ouada. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 8 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Immediate care is essential; skin and eyes can be harmed in no time without it. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Ouada, Senegal
- Average high temperature in October: 37.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (34°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 25.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°C).
Average pressure in October
Ouada, Senegal
- Average pressure in October: 1010.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1010.2mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Ouada, Senegal
- Average wind speed in October: 9.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in October
Ouada, Senegal
- Average humidity in October: 53%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (70%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (18%).
Average rainfall in October
Ouada, Senegal
- Average rainfall in October: 19mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (121mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Ouada, Senegal
- Average rainfall days in October: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (0.1 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ouada, 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 18min).
- 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: 7h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ouada, Senegal
- Average sunshine days in October: 22.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10 days).
Average UV index in October
Ouada, Senegal
- Average UV index in October: 8
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, September and October (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, July, August, November and December (UV index 7).
Average cloud cover in October
Ouada, Senegal
- Average cloud cover in October: 15
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 6).
Average visibility in October
Ouada, 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).
