October weather forecast
Ondame, Guinea-Bissau

October brings respite to Ondame, Guinea-Bissau, as the wet season starts to wind down. Temperatures start rising once again, hitting a high of 32.9°C (91.2°F), a clear demarcation from the previous and following month. The city’s weather transitions progressively from the heavy rainy patterns to more tranquil sunny days. Fewer gusty winds and a decrease in cloud coverage reflect this shift, leading to an increase in visibility. The soothing sun blesses citizens with more daylight hours, offering an opportunity to indulge in outdoor activities.

Temperature

The average high-temperature during October registers at a still tropical 32.9°C (91.2°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 25.7°C (78.3°F) is recorded during the nights in October in Ondame, Guinea-Bissau.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is appraised at a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 important for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 15.6 days. Throughout October, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.5 rainfall days, and 726mm (28.58") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:52 and sunset at 18:53. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:38 GMT.

Sunshine

In Ondame, the average sunshine in October is 9.2h.

UV index

January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ondame. The months with the lowest UV index are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in October leads to these recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.