October weather forecast
Kumba, Cameroon

October in Kumba embraces the arrival of drier conditions. A substantial decrease in rainfall, paired with increased sunshine hours, distinguishes this month from September. The transition allows temperatures to climb slightly, and the city records a total of 173mm (6.81") of rainfall, a reduction from the previous month. As the rain clouds recede, the sun makes longer appearances. It is the initiation of drier conditions as Kumba steps away from the monsoons.

Temperature

As October takes hold in Kumba, the average high-temperature is a tropical 30.4°C (86.7°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. During the month of October, an average low-temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F) is recorded in Kumba.

Heat index

For October, the heat index is calculated to be a sweltering 39°C (102.2°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. 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 especially vital to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In October, in Kumba, the rain falls for 28.9 days. Throughout October, 173mm (6.81") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kumba, there are 284.9 rainfall days, and 1521mm (59.88") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 12h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:09 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:04 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Kumba, Cameroon, is 8.5h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during October translates into the following directions:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.