October weather forecastMpaka, Congo

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm spring month in Mpaka, Congo, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 24°C (75.2°F).

Temperature

Mpaka experiences an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.3°C (81.1°F) in October, subtly different from September's 25.7°C (78.3°F). October nights in Mpaka anticipate an average temperature of 24°C (75.2°F), a modest decline from the daytime.

Heat index

The heat index for October is appraised at a hot 31°C (87.8°F). If exposure and activity are sustained, they might cause a feeling of weariness, resulting in heat cramps.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Mpaka are May through December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Mpaka, during October, the rain falls for 23.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation. In Mpaka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 217.2 days and collects up to 881mm (34.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of October in Mpaka, Congo, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:04 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Mpaka, Congo, are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

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

An average high-temperature, in October, in Mpaka, is 27.3°C (81.1°F) and the average low-temperature is 24°C (75.2°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Mpaka, Congo, are May through December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

The average relative humidity in October in Mpaka, Congo, is 83%.

In Mpaka, Congo, during October, the rain falls for 23.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of precipitation.

In Mpaka, Congo, the average day length in October is 12h and 13min.

On the first day of October in Mpaka, Congo, sunrise is at 05:57 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:04 WAT.

In October, the average sunshine duration in Mpaka, Congo, is 6.4h.

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Mpaka, Congo.

The average daily maximum UV index in October in Mpaka is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high 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

25.7°C

27.3°C

28.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

11km/h

12.5km/h

11.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.1

3.9

2.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Mpaka, Congo

Average high temperature in October: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (24.7°C).

Average low temperature in October: 24°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (20.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Mpaka, Congo

Average pressure in October: 1011.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Mpaka, Congo

Average wind speed in October: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in October
Mpaka, Congo

Average humidity in October: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in October
Mpaka, Congo

Average rainfall in October: 82mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (159mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Mpaka, Congo

Average rainfall days in October: 23.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (25.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (5.1 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Mpaka, Congo

Average daylight in October: 12h and 12min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in October: 6h and 24min

The months with the most sunshine are April, May and December (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in October
Mpaka, Congo

Average sunshine days in October: 3.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.6 days).

Average UV index in October
Mpaka, Congo

Average UV index in October: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Mpaka, Congo

Average cloud cover in October: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in October
Mpaka, Congo

Average visibility in October: 10km

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