October weather forecastKamabangala, Congo

Weather in October

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

Temperature

October is marked by an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Throughout the month of October, the average temperature dips to an agreeable 22.5°C (72.5°F) at night.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is estimated at a sweltering 38°C (100.4°F). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.
It is noted that heat index values are ascertained for locations in the shade and with gentle breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

In Kamabangala, the average relative humidity in October is 76%.

Rainfall

In Kamabangala, during October, the rain falls for 25.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 138mm (5.43") of precipitation. In Kamabangala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 243.1 days and collects up to 1109mm (43.66") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Kamabangala, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 17:55. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 17:52 WAT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in October translates into the following instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.