October weather forecast
Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe

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Weather in October

October brings pronounced heat along with a significant increase in rainfall, reiterating Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe's tropical weather acuity. The most considerable rainfall of the year, peaking at 220mm (8.66"), happens during this month. The spike in sunshine hours provides a balance between warm days and cool nights. The weather in October characterizes the beginning of the peak season of warmth and rainfall that lasts until December. The consistent 12.1 hours of daylight gives ample time to experience the city's tropical charm notwithstanding the high rainfall.

Temperature

The start of October in Boa Esperança sees the average high-temperature at a still warm 26.4°C (79.5°F), showing little difference from September's 25.5°C (77.9°F). October registers an average low temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F) in Boa Esperança, subtly lower than the daytime maximum.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Boa Esperança are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In October, in Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe, the rain falls for 24.7 days. Throughout October, 220mm (8.66") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Boa Esperança, there are 241.7 rainfall days, and 1287mm (50.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 17:20 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 6.7h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Boa Esperança. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during October translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
Updated: Feb 5, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the average October temperature in Boa Esperança?

The average high-temperature, in October, in Boa Esperança, is 26.4°C (79.5°F), while the average low-temperature is 25.5°C (77.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Boa Esperança?

The months with the highest humidity in Boa Esperança are August through October, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

What is the average humidity in October in Boa Esperança?

In Boa Esperança, the average relative humidity in October is 83%.

How much does it rain in Boa Esperança in October?

In Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe, in October, it is raining for 24.7 days, with typically 220mm (8.66") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in October in Boa Esperança?

In October, the average day length in Boa Esperança is 12h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October in Boa Esperança?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, in Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe, sunrise is at 05:13 and sunset at 17:20 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in October in Boa Esperança?

In Boa Esperança, the average sunshine duration in October is 6.7h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Boa Esperança?

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in October in Boa Esperança?

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in October
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Average temperature in October - Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Average high temperature in October: 26.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (28.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (24.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 25.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (23°C).

Average pressure in October
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Average pressure in October - Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Average pressure in October: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October
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Average wind speed in October - Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Average wind speed in October: 14.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (10.8km/h).

Average humidity in October
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Average humidity in October - Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Average humidity in October: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are August, September and October (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (76%).

Average rainfall in October
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Average rainfall in October - Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Average rainfall in October: 220mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (224mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).

Average rainfall days in October
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Average rainfall days in October - Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Average rainfall days in October: 24.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (28.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (7.3 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
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Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in October
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Average sunshine days in October - Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Average sunshine days in October: 2.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (1.5 days).

Average UV index in October
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Average UV index in October - Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Average UV index in October: 7

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

Average cloud cover in October
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Average cloud cover in October - Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Average cloud cover in October: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in October
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Average visibility in October - Boa Esperança, São Tomé and Príncipe
  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are October and November (9km).

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