October weather forecast
Peninsula de Rio de Oro, Western Sahara

October in Peninsula de Rio de Oro begins to ease out of the peak summer heat. A visible decline in UV Index to 8 puts a halt to the previously high sun protection requirements. The transition towards shorter days starts to get palpable in the cooler nights and diminished sunlight. With the weather changes, the sea maintains a gentle warmth that is particularly pleasant during early morning or late evening swims. Despite all these adjustments, October carries in its heart the remnants of a fading summer.

Temperature

The beginning of October in Peninsula de Rio de Oro reveals an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F), showing minimal deviation from the previous month. Peninsula de Rio de Oro, during October nights, observes an average temperature of 19°C (66.2°F).

Rainfall

In Peninsula de Rio de Oro, during October, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2mm (0.08") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 17 rainfall days, and 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

July through November, with an average sea temperature of 21°C (69.8°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: The enjoyment of swimming decreases for most when the surface water temperature is 21°C (69.8°F). Breathing control becomes increasingly challenging as temperatures descend below 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Peninsula de Rio de Oro is 11h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 19:50. On the last day of October, in Peninsula de Rio de Oro, Western Sahara, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 19:25 +01.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Peninsula de Rio de Oro is 8.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 8 leads to the following instructions:
Always prioritize safety measures. Rapid harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.