October weather forecast
Njongon, The Gambia

October is a hot autumn month in Njongon, The Gambia, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.9°C (80.4°F) and an average high of 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Temperature

Transitioning from September to October, Njongon observes an average high-temperature of a hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), differing subtly from the previous month. Throughout the nights in October, Njongon notes an average low of 26.9°C (80.4°F), a small dip from the daytime peak.

Heat index

The heat index for October is estimated at a very hot 39°C (102.2°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Njongon is 74%.

Rainfall

In Njongon, The Gambia, during October, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation. In Njongon, The Gambia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 77 days and collects up to 427mm (16.81") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 50min.
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 07:00 and sunset at 18:38 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

January, April through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Njongon. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.