October weather forecast
Doungou, Congo

October, like September, is another hot spring month in Doungou, Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.6°C (87.1°F) and 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Temperature

Doungou registers an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F) with the arrival of October, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Doungou's nighttime temperature in October drops to an average of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

October's average heat index is calculated to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Doungou, during October, the rain falls for 25.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 176mm (6.93") of precipitation. In Doungou, during the entire year, the rain falls for 234.2 days and collects up to 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Doungou, Congo, is 12h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:39 and sunset at 17:54 WAT.

Sunshine

October has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in October interprets into the following advice:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.