October weather forecastLunache, Angola

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Lunache, Angola, is another hot spring month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.8°C (92.8°F) and 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Temperature

October records an average high-temperature of a tropical 33.8°C (92.8°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. Marked by a significant drop from the daytime highs, Lunache's average low-temperature in October stands at a refreshing 19.8°C (67.6°F).

Heat index

During October, the heat index is estimated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict 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. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity is 50%.

Rainfall

In Lunache, in October, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. In Lunache, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.5 days and collects up to 1174mm (46.22") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 12h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 17:25. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 04:56 and sunset at 17:28 WAT.

Sunshine

In October, the average sunshine is 9.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Lunache, Angola, are September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in October translates into the following instructions:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.