October weather forecastMalende, Cameroon

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Malende, Cameroon, with an average temperature varying between 24.1°C (75.4°F) and 29.1°C (84.4°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into October, Malende experiences an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.1°C (84.4°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. Malende reports an average low temperature of 24.1°C (75.4°F) in October, a minor decrease from the day's highs.

Heat index

The heat index value during October is estimated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are of high significance 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.
To offset high temperatures, the human body releases sweat which, upon evaporation, cools it down. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Malende is 80%.

Rainfall

In Malende, during October, the rain falls for 25.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 234mm (9.21") of precipitation. In Malende, Cameroon, 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 1min.
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 06:06 and sunset at 18:04 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Malende, Cameroon. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.