October weather forecast
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another hot spring month in Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo, with an average temperature fluctuating between 18.7°C (65.7°F) and 32.8°C (91°F).

Temperature

October is the month when Kipushi's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 32.8°C (91°F) and lows of 18.7°C (65.7°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during October is computed to be a hot 33°C (91.4°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 40%.

Rainfall

In Kipushi, in October, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 15mm (0.59") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kipushi, there are 138.4 rainfall days, and 865mm (34.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of October in Kipushi, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:10 CAT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is October, with an average of 12.2h of sunshine.

UV index

September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kipushi. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in October interprets into the following recommendations:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Kipushi?

October tends to be the warmest month in Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 32.8°C (91°F) and a low of 18.7°C (65.7°F).

How hot does it get in Kipushi in October?

The high-temperature in Kipushi during October is 32.8°C (91°F) and the low-temperature is 18.7°C (65.7°F). In October, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in October in Kipushi?

In Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo, the average relative humidity in October is 40%.

How many days does it rain in October in Kipushi?

In Kipushi, in October, during 5.8 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in October in Kipushi?

In Kipushi, the average day length in October is 12h and 22min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Kipushi?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 18:06. On the last day of the month, in Kipushi, sunrise is at 05:38 and sunset at 18:10 CAT.

What month has the most sunshine in Kipushi?

With an average of 12.2h of sunshine, October has the most sunshine of the year in Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo.

How long on average sun shines in October in Kipushi?

The average sunshine duration in October in Kipushi is 12.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Kipushi?

September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Kipushi.

How high is the UV index in October in Kipushi?

In Kipushi, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

Average temperature in October
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average temperature in October - Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average high temperature in October: 32.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is October (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 18.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (18.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (10.7°C).

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Average pressure in October
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average pressure in October - Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average pressure in October: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in October
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average wind speed in October - Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (10.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (5.8km/h).

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Average humidity in October
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average humidity in October - Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average humidity in October: 40%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (30%).

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Average rainfall in October
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall in October - Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall in October: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (185mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in October
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average rainfall days in October - Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average rainfall days in October: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (24.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in October: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average sunshine days in October - Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average sunshine days in October: 23.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (3.3 days).

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Average UV index in October
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average UV index in October - Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average UV index in October: 7

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

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Average cloud cover in October
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average cloud cover in October - Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average cloud cover in October: 10

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 4).

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Average visibility in October
Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

Average visibility in October - Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo
  • Average visibility in October: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (6km).

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Kipushi, Democratic Republic of Congo

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