October weather forecast
Etsouali, Congo

October ushers in the climax of the wet season with weather conditions utterly different from September. Witnessing the highest rainfall figures for the year, October receives a staggering 193mm (7.6") precipitation over 29.6 days. Despite copious rain showers, Etsouali maintains a noticeably warm climate with temperatures slightly lower than those of the previous and the following months. Increased humidity and lower visibility hint at the wet and misty essence that November will further heighten.

Temperature

Etsouali, Congo, greets October with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Etsouali witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F) throughout October.

Heat index

October's average heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In Etsouali, the average relative humidity in October is 79%.

Rainfall

October is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 29.6 days and accumulates 193mm (7.6") of precipitation.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:51. On the last day of October, in Etsouali, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 17:47 WAT.

Sunshine

In Etsouali, the average sunshine in October is 7.9h.

UV index

January through August, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.