October weather forecast
Mateba, Congo

October, like September, is another tropical spring month in Mateba, Congo, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.7°C (72.9°F) and max 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

The transition into October reveals an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F), mirroring a close resemblance to September. An average nighttime temperature of 22.7°C (72.9°F) is recorded in Mateba during October.

Heat index

In October, the average heat index is computed to be a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Evaporation of sweat is the main factor behind the cooling effect of perspiration in the human body. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

In Mateba, the average relative humidity in October is 80%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 25.7 days. Throughout October, 168mm (6.61") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mateba, during the entire year, the rain falls for 240.9 days and collects up to 1267mm (49.88") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of October in Mateba, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:01 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, October has the least sunshine of the year in Mateba, Congo.

UV index

February through July, October through December, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in October translates into these instructions:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.