October weather forecast
Ngouédi, Congo

October, like September, is a hot spring month in Ngouédi, Congo, with an average temperature varying between 30.6°C (87.1°F) and 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Temperature

The transition from September to October sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a still tropical 30.6°C (87.1°F), from a not significantly different 32.5°C (90.5°F). In Ngouédi, the October nights cool down to an average low of 22.6°C (72.7°F).

Heat index

For most parts of October, the heat index is computed to be a torrid 39°C (102.2°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
When it comes to cooling down, the human body's primary method is through perspiration, making use of sweat evaporation to eliminate excess heat. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In Ngouédi, the average relative humidity in October is 77%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 25.3 days. Throughout October, 176mm (6.93") of precipitation is accumulated. In Ngouédi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 234.2 days and collects up to 1298mm (51.1") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:58. On the last day of October, in Ngouédi, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:56 WAT.

Sunshine

October has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 6 in October transforms into this advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.