October weather forecast
Bela, Congo

October, the same as September, in Bela, Congo, is another tropical spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22.5°C (72.5°F) and 30.5°C (86.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of October sees an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), hardly diverging from September's 32.5°C (90.5°F). Throughout October nights, Bela experiences a consistent temperature average of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index for October is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 25.3 days. Throughout October, 138mm (5.43") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Bela, there are 243.1 rainfall days, and 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:53 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Bela are June, October and November, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February, June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during October leads to these instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.