October weather forecast
Rowal, Sierra Leone

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Rowal, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature ranging between max 29.5°C (85.1°F) and min 25°C (77°F).

Temperature

The onset of October brings an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), nearly matching the September temperature. Rowal reports an average low temperature of 25°C (77°F) in October, a minor decrease from the day's highs.

Heat index

The heat index for October is computed to be a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. An elevated level of relative humidity hinders evaporation, leading to decreased heat elimination from the body, inducing a sensation of excess heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Rowal is 83%.

Rainfall

In Rowal, in October, it is raining for 27.9 days, with typically 151mm (5.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Rowal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.9 days and collects up to 1507mm (59.33") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Rowal is 11h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:42. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:39 and sunset at 18:29 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Rowal is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through June, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. 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: The daily high UV index of 7 in October translates into this advice:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. 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. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.