October weather forecast
Gamba, Chad

October, the same as September, in Gamba, Chad, is another hot autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.4°C (74.1°F) and an average high of 33.6°C (92.5°F).

Temperature

October's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a hot 30.5°C (86.9°F) in September to a still tropical 33.6°C (92.5°F). An average low-temperature of 23.4°C (74.1°F) marks the month of October in Gamba.

Heat index

In October, the heat index is computed to be a blistering 41°C (105.8°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Gamba is 60%.

Rainfall

In Gamba, Chad, in October, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation. In Gamba, Chad, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.7 days and collects up to 572mm (22.52") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Gamba, Chad, is 11h and 55min.
On the first day of October in Gamba, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:37 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Gamba is 9.5h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Gamba, Chad, is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.