October weather forecastMapati, Congo

October

Weather in October

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

Temperature

The advent of October denotes an average high-temperature of a warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), subtly different from September's 30.8°C (87.4°F). In the month of October, the average low-temperature usually rests at an agreeable 21.5°C (70.7°F).

Heat index

During October, the heat index is estimated at a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.
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 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October is 84%.

Rainfall

In Mapati, during October, the rain falls for 28.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 213mm (8.39") of precipitation. Throughout the year, 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, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:57 WAT.

Sunshine

October has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In October, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

Updated: Aug 9, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature in Mapati during October is 29.3°C (84.7°F) and the low-temperature is 21.5°C (70.7°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 37°C (98.6°F).

In October, the average relative humidity is 84%.

In Mapati, in October, during 28.7 rainfall days, 213mm (8.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Mapati, the average day length in October is 12h and 11min.

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:57 WAT.

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

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

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

In Mapati, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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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
Mapati, 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
Mapati, 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
Mapati, 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
Mapati, 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
Mapati, 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
Mapati, 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
Mapati, 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
Mapati, 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
Mapati, 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
Mapati, 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
Mapati, 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).