Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
The arrival of October introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a hot 34.4°C (93.9°F) in September to a fiery hot 37.9°C (100.2°F). Despite drastic daytime highs, Sassar logs an average low-temperature reading of 25.5°C (77.9°F) throughout October.Heat index
The heat index value during October is calculated to be a blazing hot 50°C (122°F). Warning: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Heatstroke is a risk with ongoing activity.Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in October is 53%.Rainfall
In Sassar, 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 is 11h and 48min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:01 and sunset at 18:37 GMT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are April through June, September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 8 in October translates 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. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many hours of sunshine does Sassar have in October?
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What is the UV index intensity in October?
Average temperature in October
Sassar, 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
Sassar, 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
Sassar, 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
Sassar, 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
Sassar, 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
Sassar, 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
Sassar, Senegal
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 5min
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 5min
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
Sassar, 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
Sassar, 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
Sassar, 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
Sassar, 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).
