October weather forecast
Bolifamba, Cameroon

October, like September, in Bolifamba, Cameroon, is a moderately hot autumn month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24.1°C (75.4°F) and 29.1°C (84.4°F).

Temperature

Bolifamba registers an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.1°C (84.4°F) with the arrival of October, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. A modest nighttime temperature average of 24.1°C (75.4°F) characterizes October in Bolifamba.

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is evaluated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In Bolifamba, during October, the rain falls for 25.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 234mm (9.21") of precipitation. In Bolifamba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 256.6 days and collects up to 1889mm (74.37") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 2min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:05 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Bolifamba is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Bolifamba are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.