October weather forecast
Patama, Sierra Leone

October is a hot autumn month in Patama, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.7°C (71.1°F) and 30.4°C (86.7°F).

Temperature

Patama observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between September's 28.4°C (83.1°F) and October's 30.4°C (86.7°F). Patama reports an average low-temperature of 21.7°C (71.1°F) during the nights of October.

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Patama, in October, it is raining for 30.3 days, with typically 200mm (7.87") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 270.4 rainfall days, and 1590mm (62.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Patama, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:22 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in October transforms into this advice:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.