November weather forecast
Doum, Central African Republic

November brings with it a shift in weather patterns as the city says goodbye to the monsoons and welcomes back dry, sunny days. The recorded rainfall is a mere 3mm (0.12"), marking one of the driest moments of the year. The temperature continues to rise, reaching 34.8°C (94.6°F) during the daytime. With 27.4 days of sunshine and cloud cover dropping to just 8%, it's time for sunglasses and sunblock once again in Doum. Despite the heat, the wind speed increases, providing a much-needed respite.

Temperature

The shift into November in Doum, Central African Republic, is marked by a modest rise in the average high-temperature, moving from October's 31.4°C (88.5°F) to a still tropical 34.8°C (94.6°F). Compared to daytime temperatures, Doum's temperature drops significantly, averaging an agreeable 21.8°C (71.2°F) during the nights of November.

Heat index

November's heat index is evaluated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In November, the average relative humidity in Doum is 42%.

Rainfall

November is the last month it rains. During 2 rainfall days, in November, Doum aggregates 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.2 rainfall days, and 717mm (28.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Doum, the average length of the day in November is 11h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of November, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:15 WAT.

Sunshine

January, February, November and December, with an average of 10h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in Doum, Central African Republic.

UV index

In November, the average daily maximum UV index in Doum is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in November translates into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.