October weather forecast
Ambinda, Gabon

October, the same as September, is another warm spring month in Ambinda, Gabon, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F) and an average high of 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

Ambinda's coldest month, October, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 28.9°C (84°F) to a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

October's heat index is appraised at a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
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. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. 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 particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often overlook the necessity for resting and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is critical to stay hydrated, especially during extended periods of physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. 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. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 88%, October is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Ambinda, Gabon, is October, when the rain falls for 29.6 days and typically aggregates up to 256mm (10.08") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ambinda, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 17:56. On the last day of October, in Ambinda, sunrise is at 05:43 and sunset at 17:51 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, October has the least sunshine of the year in Ambinda.

UV index

October is the month with the lowest UV index in Ambinda, Gabon, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In October, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.