October weather forecastMoukoundou, Gabon
October
Weather in October
October, the same as September, is a moderately hot spring month in Moukoundou, Gabon, with an average temperature fluctuating between 22°C (71.6°F) and 29.9°C (85.8°F).Temperature
October, with its high-temperature average of 29.9°C (85.8°F) and a low-temperature average of 22°C (71.6°F), is the coldest month.Heat index
The average heat index in October is computed to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Moukoundou is 88%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is October, when the rain falls for 30.1 days and typically aggregates up to 275mm (10.83") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in October is 12h and 10min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:03 WAT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Moukoundou is 5.4h.UV index
October is the month with the lowest UV index in Moukoundou, 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 the average person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 5 during October morphs into the following directions:
Heed the precautions - Suggestions to avoid sunburn are made. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Moukoundou, Gabon
- Average high temperature in October: 29.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is October (29.9°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 22°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (22.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (19.7°C).
Average pressure in October
Moukoundou, Gabon
- Average pressure in October: 1011.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010.3mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Moukoundou, Gabon
- Average wind speed in October: 4.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.8km/h).
Average humidity in October
Moukoundou, Gabon
- Average humidity in October: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in October
Moukoundou, Gabon
- Average rainfall in October: 275mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (275mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (13mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Moukoundou, Gabon
- Average rainfall days in October: 30.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (10.3 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Moukoundou, Gabon
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 12min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in October
Moukoundou, Gabon
- Average sunshine days in October: 0.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (0.4 days).
Average UV index in October
Moukoundou, Gabon
- Average UV index in October: 5
The month with the highest UV index is March (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in October
Moukoundou, Gabon
- Average cloud cover in October: 77
The month with the most cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in October
Moukoundou, Gabon
- Average visibility in October: 6km
The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (5km).
