October weather forecastChicucuma, Angola

October

Weather in October

October, like September, in Chicucuma, Angola, is a moderately hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 28.6°C (83.5°F) and 15.9°C (60.6°F).

Temperature

With the onset of October, the average high-temperature registers at a moderately hot 28.6°C (83.5°F), subtly different from September's 30.5°C (86.9°F). Chicucuma sees a large disparity in day to night temperatures in October, with the night temperature dropping to an average of 15.9°C (60.6°F).

Heat index

During October, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Fatigue might occur with continuous exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Chicucuma is 61%.

Rainfall

In October, in Chicucuma, the rain falls for 21.2 days. Throughout October, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 194 rainfall days, and 1462mm (57.56") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Chicucuma, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of October, in Chicucuma, Angola, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:57 WAT.

Sunshine

In Chicucuma, the average sunshine in October is 9.4h.

UV index

January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 5 in October suggests the following recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.

Frequently asked questions

In October, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Chicucuma are 28.6°C (83.5°F) and 15.9°C (60.6°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in October is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

In Chicucuma, the average relative humidity in October is 61%.

In October, in Chicucuma, the rain falls for 21.2 days. Throughout October, 125mm (4.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

In October, the average day length is 12h and 23min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 17:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 17:57 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in October in Chicucuma is 9.4h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Chicucuma, Angola, are January through July, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Chicucuma, Angola, is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Chicucuma, Angola

  • Average high temperature in October: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is September (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (22.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 15.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is October (15.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (8.9°C).

Average pressure in October
Chicucuma, Angola

  • Average pressure in October: 1012.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Chicucuma, Angola

  • Average wind speed in October: 5.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (6.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.8km/h).

Average humidity in October
Chicucuma, Angola

  • Average humidity in October: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (30%).

Average rainfall in October
Chicucuma, Angola

  • Average rainfall in October: 125mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (281mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Chicucuma, Angola

  • Average rainfall days in October: 21.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0.1 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Chicucuma, Angola

  • Average daylight in October: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 9h and 24min

The months with the most sunshine are September and November (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Chicucuma, Angola

  • Average sunshine days in October: 5.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.8 days).

Average UV index in October
Chicucuma, Angola

  • Average UV index in October: 5

The months with the highest UV index are August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in October
Chicucuma, Angola

  • Average cloud cover in October: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in October
Chicucuma, Angola

  • Average visibility in October: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (7km).