October weather forecastNtoum, Gabon
October
Weather in October
October tends toward warmer and wetter conditions in comparison to September, with rising temperatures and an increased amount of rain. The wind speed reduces slightly, whereas the humidity and cloud cover tend to increase. October marks a shift towards the year's end, with higher temperatures and more rainfall being key driving factors. With 205mm (8.07") of rainfall, October stands out as the wettest month thus far, superseding the wetness of all the preceding months.Temperature
With the onset of October, the average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 27.9°C (82.2°F), closely aligned with September's 27.8°C (82°F). October nights in Ntoum document an average temperature reading of 23.9°C (75°F).Heat index
In October, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in October in Ntoum is 85%.Rainfall
In Ntoum, in October, it is raining for 28.1 days, with typically 205mm (8.07") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ntoum, there are 274.1 rainfall days, and 1477mm (58.15") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Ntoum, Gabon, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 7min.On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:07 WAT.
Sunshine
In October, the average sunshine in Ntoum is 5.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Ntoum are June through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In October, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in October
Ntoum, Gabon
- Average high temperature in October: 27.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.5°C).
- Average low temperature in October: 23.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (22.5°C).
Average pressure in October
Ntoum, Gabon
- Average pressure in October: 1011.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010mbar).
Average wind speed in October
Ntoum, Gabon
- Average wind speed in October: 10.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.2km/h).
Average humidity in October
Ntoum, Gabon
- Average humidity in October: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and August (81%).
Average rainfall in October
Ntoum, Gabon
- Average rainfall in October: 205mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (226mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Ntoum, Gabon
- Average rainfall days in October: 28.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (8.3 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Ntoum, Gabon
- Average daylight in October: 12h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in October
Ntoum, Gabon
- Average sunshine days in October: 2.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.6 days).
Average UV index in October
Ntoum, Gabon
- Average UV index in October: 6
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in October
Ntoum, Gabon
- Average cloud cover in October: 68
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in October
Ntoum, Gabon
- Average visibility in October: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, October, November and December (9km).
