October weather forecastDichacacha, Angola

October

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Dichacacha, Angola, is another tropical spring month, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.9°C (87.6°F) and min 19.5°C (67.1°F).

Temperature

As October takes hold, the average high-temperature is a still tropical 30.9°C (87.6°F), nearly mirroring that of the previous month. In October, Dichacacha experiences a temperature dip to an average of 19.5°C (67.1°F) at night.

Heat index

The average heat index in October is estimated at a very hot 37°C (98.6°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 24.5 days. Throughout October, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dichacacha, there are 210.3 rainfall days, and 1215mm (47.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Dichacacha, the average length of the day in October is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 17:35 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine in Dichacacha is 9.3h.

UV index

In Dichacacha, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in October interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.

Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 30.9°C (87.6°F) and a low-temperature of 19.5°C (67.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in October is estimated at 37°C (98.6°F).

The average relative humidity in October is 69%.

In Dichacacha, in October, during 24.5 rainfall days, 121mm (4.76") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Dichacacha, the average day length in October is 12h and 20min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:21 and sunset at 17:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:07 and sunset at 17:35 WAT.

The average sunshine duration in October is 9.3h.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Today

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S October N D

Sep

October

Nov

Average high temperature

33.3°C

30.9°C

27.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

6.9km/h

6.2km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

16.4

4.8

0.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in October
Dichacacha, Angola

Average high temperature in October: 30.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (33.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (25.5°C).

Average low temperature in October: 19.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is September (19.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is June (14.8°C).

Average pressure in October
Dichacacha, Angola

Average pressure in October: 1010.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in October
Dichacacha, Angola

Average wind speed in October: 6.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in October
Dichacacha, Angola

Average humidity in October: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (29%).

Average rainfall in October
Dichacacha, Angola

Average rainfall in October: 121mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (231mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and July (0mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Dichacacha, Angola

Average rainfall days in October: 24.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (30.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June and July (0.4 days).

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

Average daylight in October: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

Average sunshine in October: 9h and 18min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in October
Dichacacha, Angola

Average sunshine days in October: 4.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (0.4 days).

Average UV index in October
Dichacacha, Angola

Average UV index in October: 6

The months with the highest UV index are August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 5).