October weather forecast
Ségou, Senegal

October, the same as September, in Ségou, Senegal, is another hot autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 34.9°C (94.8°F) and 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Temperature

The shift into October is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a tropical 31.9°C (89.4°F) in September to a still hot 34.9°C (94.8°F). In the month of October, Ségou witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in October is computed to be a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. 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 hold great significance to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In Ségou, the average relative humidity in October is 66%.

Rainfall

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

Daylight

In Ségou, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 51min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 18:23 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 9.6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.