October weather forecastMakaka, Congo

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Makaka, Congo, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Temperature

The arrival of October brings an average high-temperature of a warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), nearly identical to September's 30.8°C (87.4°F). October in Makaka is noted for a mean low-temperature of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

In October, the heat index is computed to be a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. 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. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Makaka, in October, during 28.7 rainfall days, 213mm (8.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Makaka, there are 266.8 rainfall days, and 1778mm (70") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 11min.
On the first day of October in Makaka, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:56 WAT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Makaka are October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Updated: Feb 6, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Makaka, in October, the average high-temperature is 29.3°C (84.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 21.5°C (70.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in October is computed to be 37°C (98.6°F).

In October, the average relative humidity in Makaka, Congo, is 84%.

In Makaka, Congo, during October, the rain falls for 28.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 213mm (8.39") of precipitation.

The average day length in October in Makaka is 12h and 11min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:59. On the last day of the month, in Makaka, Congo, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 17:56 WAT.

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

In Makaka, the average sunshine duration in October is 4.7h.

October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Makaka, Congo.

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's 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

30.8°C

29.3°C

28.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

7.9km/h

6.7km/h

5.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

10.4

1.2

0.5

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Makaka, Congo

Average high temperature in October: 29.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are August and September (30.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (28.2°C).

Average low temperature in October: 21.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (21.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (18.6°C).

Average pressure in October
Makaka, Congo

Average pressure in October: 1011.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Makaka, Congo

Average wind speed in October: 6.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (7.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are April and May (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in October
Makaka, Congo

Average humidity in October: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

Average rainfall in October
Makaka, Congo

Average rainfall in October: 213mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (314mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Makaka, Congo

Average rainfall days in October: 28.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.6 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Makaka, 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: 11h and 54min).

Average sunshine in October: 4h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Makaka, Congo

Average sunshine days in October: 1.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.1 days).

Average UV index in October
Makaka, Congo

Average UV index in October: 5

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

Average cloud cover in October
Makaka, Congo

Average cloud cover in October: 70

The months with the most cloud cover are October and November (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in October
Makaka, Congo

Average visibility in October: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, March, April, May, November and December (6km).