Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
October
Weather in October
Temperature
October, with an average high of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a low of 20.2°C (68.4°F), signifies the coldest month of the year.Heat index
October's mean heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
October is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 91%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 29.4 days and typically aggregates up to 227mm (8.94") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 12h and 3min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:04. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 17:56 WAT.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.5h of sunshine, October has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
June through November, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the coldest months?
How hot is October?
What is the most humid month in Sangmelima?
What is the average humidity in October?
What is the rainiest month?
How many days does it rain in October?
How many hours of daylight does Sangmelima have in October?
When is the sunrise / sunset in October?
What is the month with the least sunshine?
How long on average sun shines in October?
When is the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in October?
Average temperature in October
Sangmelima, Cameroon
- Average high temperature in October: 28.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (32.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (28.5°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 20.2°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are February and April (21.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (19.7°C).
Average pressure in October
Sangmelima, Cameroon
- Average pressure in October: 1011.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.2mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Sangmelima, Cameroon
- Average wind speed in October: 4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (4.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and November (3.5km/h).
Average humidity in October
Sangmelima, Cameroon
- Average humidity in October: 91%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (78%).
Average rainfall in October
Sangmelima, Cameroon
- Average rainfall in October: 227mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (227mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (37mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Sangmelima, Cameroon
- Average rainfall days in October: 29.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (20.5 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Sangmelima, Cameroon
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in October
Sangmelima, Cameroon
- Average sunshine days in October: 0.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (8.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.3 days).
Average UV index in October
Sangmelima, Cameroon
- Average UV index in October: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September, October and November (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in October
Sangmelima, Cameroon
- Average cloud cover in October: 81
The months with the most cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in October
Sangmelima, Cameroon
- Average visibility in October: 5km
The month with the highest visibility is January (7km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (5km).
