October weather forecastDoukanga, Congo

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Doukanga, Congo, is another warm spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and an average low of 21.7°C (71.1°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Doukanga's average high-temperature is noted with the start of October, touching a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F) from September's 29.3°C (84.7°F). Throughout the nights in October, an average low-temperature of 21.7°C (71.1°F) is noted.

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is estimated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Take note that direct exposure to the sun can increase the felt temperature, possibly adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 88%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 29.1 days. Throughout October, 205mm (8.07") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 274.1 rainfall days, and 1640mm (64.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:02 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is October, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during October morphs into the following directions:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.

Updated: Jul 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in October, in Doukanga, records 28.5°C (83.3°F), while the low-temperature is 21.7°C (71.1°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 35°C (95°F).

In October, the average relative humidity in Doukanga is 88%.

In Doukanga, during October, the rain falls for 29.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 205mm (8.07") of precipitation.

In Doukanga, the average day length in October is 12h and 11min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:02 WAT.

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, October has the least sunshine of the year.

The average sunshine duration in October is 4.7h.

October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Doukanga.

In Doukanga, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

29.3°C

28.5°C

28.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.6km/h

5.7km/h

4.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

6.9

1.3

0.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Doukanga, Congo

Average high temperature in October: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is November (28.3°C).

Average low temperature in October: 21.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (21.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.6°C).

Average pressure in October
Doukanga, Congo

Average pressure in October: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Doukanga, Congo

Average wind speed in October: 4.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (6.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4km/h).

Average humidity in October
Doukanga, Congo

Average humidity in October: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Doukanga, Congo

Average rainfall in October: 205mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (267mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (4mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Doukanga, Congo

Average rainfall days in October: 29.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.3 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Doukanga, Congo

Average daylight in October: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).

Average sunshine in October: 4h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Doukanga, Congo

Average sunshine days in October: 1.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are November and December (0.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Doukanga, Congo

Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are October, November and December (UV index 5).