October weather forecastMakoua, Congo

Weather in October

October in Makoua features the peak of the rainy season with a staggering 182mm (7.17") of rain, a noticeable increase from September. This month witnesses the greatest number of rainy days, amounting to 28.7 in a month, leaving little room for dry days. The steady weather of the past months transforms drastically as October introduces a profoundly wet phase. As the month ends, slight changes in the atmosphere unfold, hinting at the diminishing intensity of rain in the following month.

Temperature

October is Makoua's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 30.1°C (86.2°F) and lows of 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. 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. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

The most humid month in Makoua is October, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Makoua, Congo, 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 is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:50. On the last day of October, in Makoua, sunrise is at 05:37 and sunset at 17:44 WAT.

Sunshine

October has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

UV index

August through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 during October translates into the following guidance:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. 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. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.