October weather forecast
Kibounda, Congo

October, like September, is another hot spring month in Kibounda, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.6°C (72.7°F) and 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

Kibounda's weather in October indicates an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), nearly consistent with the 32.5°C (90.5°F) of September. In the month of October, Kibounda experiences an average low-temperature of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

Throughout October, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Incorporate additional preventive steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible. Long-lasting activity may cause heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Kibounda, Congo, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Kibounda, in October, it is raining for 25.3 days, with typically 176mm (6.93") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kibounda, there are 234.2 rainfall days, and 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:56 WAT.

Sunshine

October has the least sunshine of the year in Kibounda, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kibounda are January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in October, converts into the following recommendations:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.