October weather forecast
Bakala, Central African Republic

Inhabitants of Bakala start experiencing drier weather in October as marked by a significant decrease in rainfall. The sun takes back control of the skies, lengthening the sunlight hours. A significant reduction of humidity to 81% brings back the familiar aridness, offering the land time to dry. The winds remain gentle, hardly stirring up the fallen leaves. October truly resonates with the saying "calm after the storm."

Temperature

As October takes its course, Bakala's average high-temperature registers at a hot 30.5°C (86.9°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Bakala's October nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

During October, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Additional precautions are required to avert heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity may culminate in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Bakala is 81%.

Rainfall

In Bakala, Central African Republic, in October, it is raining for 25.5 days, with typically 123mm (4.84") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 186.4 rainfall days, and 807mm (31.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Bakala, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 59min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:26 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:19 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October is 8.4h.

UV index

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Bakala. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in October translates into the following recommendations:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.