October weather forecastBrazzaville, Congo

Weather in October

October showcases a substantial hike in precipitation levels in Brazzaville, collecting 138mm (5.43") of rainfall. Humidity levels also see an upward trend, adding a bit of stickiness to the environment. This month offers fewer sunshine days, with clearer skies becoming rarer. Despite these changes, with an average wind speed of 6.6km/h (4.1mph), in combination with a rather constant level of temperature, the weather stays balanced and mild.

Temperature

Shifting into October, Brazzaville records an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. October in Brazzaville is noted for a mean low-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is evaluated at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

In Brazzaville, the average relative humidity in October 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 Brazzaville, there are 243.1 rainfall days, and 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Brazzaville is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of October in Brazzaville, Congo, sunrise is at 05:44 and sunset at 17:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:50 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

February, June, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Brazzaville. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in October translates into these instructions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.