October weather forecast
Kelle, Congo

October brings the wettest clime to Kelle, Congo, with a recorded rainfall of 182mm (7.17"). The cloud cover percentage peaks, correlating with lesser sunshine hours. However, daylight hours continue to hold their ground firmly while temperatures render a cooler feeling in the city. Wind speeds slightly decline following the drop in rainfall days. October characterizes the pinnacle of the second rainy season in Kelle.

Temperature

October, with its high-temperature average of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and a low-temperature average of 21.5°C (70.7°F), is the coldest month.

Heat index

October's average heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. 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. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

October is the most humid month in Kelle, Congo, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 28.7 days and typically aggregates up to 182mm (7.17") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October in Kelle is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:42 and sunset at 17:49 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is October, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.