October weather forecast
New Kru Town, Liberia

In October, New Kru Town, Liberia enters the comfortable zone of the year-round tropical climate. The decrease in rainfall to 238mm (9.37") from September corroborates the end of the wet cycle of the year. Temperature levels start to increase once again in both extremes, symbolic of the town's transition back into the warmer, dryer phase. Seizing this liaison between warmth and minimal rain, October emerges as the city's return to routine sunny days after an exceptional wet spell. The wind plays its distinct role throughout the month, contributing to the overall serene and calming weather pattern.

Temperature

On the advent of October, New Kru Town's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still moderately hot 28°C (82.4°F) from September's 26.8°C (80.2°F). In New Kru Town, October's low temperatures hover around a still warm 24.7°C (76.5°F), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.

Heat index

In October, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.

Humidity

In New Kru Town, the average relative humidity in October is 84%.

Rainfall

In New Kru Town, Liberia, in October, it is raining for 30.3 days, with typically 238mm (9.37") of accumulated precipitation. In New Kru Town, during the entire year, the rain falls for 298.8 days and collects up to 1903mm (74.92") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:23 GMT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in New Kru Town is 7.5h.

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 value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Stay in the shade and limit direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is particularly strong. Remember, however, that shade structures may not provide complete protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.