October weather forecast
Cossa, Angola

October, the same as September, in Cossa, Angola, is a hot spring month, with an average temperature varying between 31.2°C (88.2°F) and 20.6°C (69.1°F).

Temperature

The unfolding of October shows an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), indicating a slight variance from September's 33.7°C (92.7°F). In Cossa, an average temperature of 20.6°C (69.1°F) is noted during October nights.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is appraised at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. 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. 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.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Cossa, in October, during 27.9 rainfall days, 140mm (5.51") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Cossa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 235.5 days and collects up to 1228mm (48.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Cossa, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of October in Cossa, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 17:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:06 and sunset at 17:29 WAT.

Sunshine

In Cossa, the average sunshine in October is 8.7h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during October translates into the following guidance:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.