October weather forecastPout, Senegal

Weather in October

Weather in October exhibits a shifting away from the wet season traits. A stable warmer climate persists, while a significant drop in humidity levels transpires. October observes a further decline in precipitation down to 2mm (0.08"). Although there's a slight drop in daylight hours, the month still witnesses plenty of sunshine. Winds begin to pick up, though not enough to disrupt tranquillity in the city.

Temperature

Welcoming October, Pout notes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 34.9°C (94.8°F), nearly consistent with September's 32.6°C (90.7°F). During October, the average low-temperature is recorded at a warm 26.2°C (79.2°F).

Heat index

October's average heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 62%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout October, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.1 rainfall days, and 205mm (8.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Pout, Senegal, is 11h and 48min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 18:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 18:39 GMT.

Sunshine

In Pout, the average sunshine in October is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Pout are January through November, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.