October weather forecast
Salémata, Senegal

October, the same as September, in Salémata, Senegal, is another tropical autumn month, with an average temperature ranging between min 23.2°C (73.8°F) and max 34.9°C (94.8°F).

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs as September gives way to October, with average highs shifting from 31.9°C (89.4°F) to a still hot 34.9°C (94.8°F). Nightly temperatures in Salémata, Senegal, drop to an average low of 23.2°C (73.8°F) in October.

Heat index

October's mean heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 66%.

Rainfall

In Salémata, in October, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. In Salémata, during the entire year, the rain falls for 115.7 days and collects up to 635mm (25") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 18:41. On the last day of October, in Salémata, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 18:25 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Salémata is 9.6h.

UV index

In Salémata, Senegal, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions and comply with sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye injury is vital. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.