October weather forecast
Telu, Sierra Leone

October

Weather in October

October is a tropical autumn month in Telu, Sierra Leone, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.7°C (87.3°F) and min 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Temperature

The onset of October brings with it an average high-temperature of a tropical 30.7°C (87.3°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. Telu's October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

Heat index

The heat index in October is evaluated at an extremely hot 43°C (109.4°F). Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Should the body fail to balance its heat gain, the escalating temperature poses health challenges.

Humidity

In Telu, the average relative humidity in October is 90%.

Rainfall

In Telu, during October, the rain falls for 30.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 190mm (7.48") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Telu, Sierra Leone, there are 256.6 rainfall days, and 1628mm (64.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 57min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:25 GMT.

Sunshine

In Telu, the average sunshine in October is 6.3h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during October?
The high-temperature during October is 30.7°C (87.3°F) and the low-temperature is 22.1°C (71.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is evaluated at 43°C (109.4°F).
What is the average humidity in October?
In October, the average relative humidity is 90%.
How much does it rain in Telu in October?
In Telu, in October, it is raining for 30.1 days, with typically 190mm (7.48") of accumulated precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Telu have in October?
In Telu, the average day length in October is 11h and 57min.
When are sunrise and sunset in October?
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 18:25 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Telu have in October?
The average sunshine duration in October is 6.3h.
How high is the UV index in October?
The average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Telu, Sierra Leone
  • Average high temperature in October: 30.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are February and March (36.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 22.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°C).

Average pressure in October
Telu, Sierra Leone
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.1mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Telu, Sierra Leone
  • Average wind speed in October: 4.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (3.5km/h).

Average humidity in October
Telu, Sierra Leone
  • Average humidity in October: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August and September (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (66%).

Average rainfall in October
Telu, Sierra Leone
  • Average rainfall in October: 190mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (341mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Telu, Sierra Leone
  • Average rainfall days in October: 30.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (30.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Telu, Sierra Leone
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in October
Telu, Sierra Leone
  • Average sunshine days in October: 0.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.2 days).

Average UV index in October
Telu, Sierra Leone
  • Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Telu, Sierra Leone
  • Average cloud cover in October: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in October
Telu, Sierra Leone
  • Average visibility in October: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March and April (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (6km).

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